Head of Referral Partnership Strategy and Engagement – 3rd Party

Job Description

Are you ready to write your next chapter?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier.

We’re looking for a Head of Referral Partnership Strategy and Engagement to join our ever‑evolving Commercial team to help us unleash the potential of every business.

Are you ready to make your mark? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

About the team

Our Commercial team creates value for businesses of every size and industry – from globally recognized brands to new start‑ups. They seek out new opportunities to unleash the potential of our new and existing customers.

What you’ll own:

• Refine and execute the go‑to‑market (GTM) channel strategy with payment consultants, developing new business opportunities and expanding existing partnerships.

• Establish market credibility through thought leadership, industry engagement, and advising firms on payment monetization strategies.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Growth, Sales & Marketing, Product, Finance, and other internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and successful project execution.

• Lead the strategy and execution of 3rd‑party referral partner engagement, driving market expansion in embedded payments and fintech solutions.

Where you’ll own it:

You’ll own it in one of our thriving hubs- Cincinnati, Denver, or Atlanta. While we’re a large team of Worldpayers based in North America, we have collaborative spaces and regular opportunities to celebrate with each other in person.

What you bring:

• Strategic mindset and strong customer focus.

• Ability to ensure accountability and build effective teams.

• Deep understanding of Private Equity, payments, fintech solutions, and investment terminology.

• Proven ability to create advisory relationships within consulting communities.

• Courage of conviction and ability to collaborate across an enterprise.

Reporting line: This role reports directly to the Executive Lead, Business Development.

Worldpay perks – what we’ll bring for you

• A competitive salary and benefits
• Time to support charities
• Parental leave
• Global recognition platform
• Employee assistance program

Worldpay is dedicated to offering individuals rewarding career opportunities and competitive compensation. For this full-time position, the good faith estimated annual salary range upon hire is $175,700.00-$261,350.00. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on the role’s responsibilities, level, and geographic location. The actual starting salary will be determined by a candidate’s experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Please note that changes in work location may impact the final offered salary. We encourage you to consult with your recruiter to confirm the budget for your location and to better understand the applicable pay scale. This position is eligible for commission.

EEOC Statement

Worldpay is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test. In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualified disabilities both during the hiring process, as well as to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, if hired.