OVERVIEW

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.
Reporting to the Managing Director, Enterprise Compliance, the General Manager, UK Entity will lead the strategic development and operational execution of Shift4 Payments UK Ltd. This senior role oversees Risk & Compliance, Finance, and Operations, ensuring adherence to UK regulatory requirements, group policies, and business objectives. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in the UK payments ecosystem, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record working with regulators, scaling operations, and managing cross-functional teams in a regulated environment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Proven senior leadership experience within a UK regulated financial institution (e.g. PSP, EMI, or former bank).
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in a senior leadership role.
• Deep understanding of UK payments regulations, FCA supervisory frameworks, and card scheme requirements (Visa/Mastercard).
• Prior experience working directly with regulators and representing an entity in regulated board-level or supervisory meetings.
• Strong operational background, with ability to oversee compliance, risk, and finance functions.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams in a matrixed, global organisation.
• Demonstrated success in scaling or supporting business growth in a fintech or financial services environment.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Banking, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or postgraduate qualification.
• PSD2 or SMF (Senior Management Function) approved.
  

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Develop the UK-based business, and oversee key functional areas including:

• Risk & Compliance,
• Financial Control, and
• Operations