Card Issuing Portfolio Manager

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

The Card Issuing Portfolio Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing card issuing products and technology solutions across the card value chain. The role drives card product innovation and modernization initiatives while collaborating with Technology, Operations, Fraud, Collections, Customer Experience, Marketing, and other key stakeholders. The incumbent ensures successful project delivery, optimizes product performance, and provides strategic insights to support business objectives and growth.

Type of Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
**Field of Study:**Banking, Business, Finance, Information Technology, or related field.

Preferred Technical Certifications

• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent).
• Visa/Mastercard Card and Payments industry certifications.
• Business Analysis certification.
• Product Management certification.

Experience Required
5-7 years

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the financial services industry, with a strong focus on card issuing and card products.
• Demonstrated experience in card product development and product management.
• Experience leading card modernization, digital transformation, or payment-related projects.
• Strong understanding of card operations, technology platforms, fraud management, and customer servicing environments.
• Proven ability to engage and influence cross-functional stakeholders including Technology, Operations, Marketing, Fraud, Collections, and executive leadership teams

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Convincing People
• Developing Strategies
• Establishing Rapport
• Exploring Possibilities
• Showing Composure
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Card Issuing and Card Product Management.
• Product Development and Innovation.
• IT Business Analysis and Requirements Management.
• Technical Analysis and Solution Design.
• Project and Programme Management.
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• Quality Control
• Technical Analysis