Principal Consultant - Payments SME

Capco
Charlotte, US
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Candidates with payments domain expertise and agile facilitation experience will find this role in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with deep payments domain knowledge and agile leadership experience in banking
    — “Proven experience as a Business Analyst and/or Scrum Master within Banking or Payments”
  • Individuals who have worked on high-value payment systems like FEDwire and CHIPS
    — “knowledge of high-value payment systems and transaction flows”
  • Candidates who have delivered transformation programs in cross-border payments environments
    — “Experience delivering within agile environments and facilitating Scrum practices”

Things to consider

  • Requires working with global stakeholders and cross-functional teams on complex systems
    — “collaborating with global stakeholders in an agile environment”
  • Candidates should be prepared to engage in detailed requirement gathering and documentation
    — “Gather, document, and translate business and technical requirements into actionable deliverables”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with ISO20022 standards in your resume and interview responses
    — “Working knowledge of FEDwire, CHIPS, and ISO20022 (pacs.008, pacs.009)”
  • Emphasize your ability to align business, technology, and operations stakeholders
    — “Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment across business, technology, and operations”
  • Showcase your track record in payments transformation or modernization programs
    — “Experience in payments transformation or modernization programs”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Delivered successful payment transformation initiatives
  • Facilitated agile ceremonies effectively
  • Supported cross-functional teams in delivering complex payment systems
Typical background
Experience in banking or payments industryProven track record in business analysis and scrum master roles

Skills & requirements

Required

Business AnalysisScrum MasterAgile MethodologiesHigh-value Payment SystemsCross-border TransactionsFedwireChipsIso20022

Preferred

Payments TransformationCross-border PaymentsFinancial Messaging StandardsPayment Processing SystemsTier 1 Financial InstitutionsAgile CertificationBusiness Analysis Certification

Stack & domain

Business AnalysisScrum MasterFedwireChipsIso20022AgileScrumBusiness Analysis DisciplinesLeadershipCommunicationBankingPayments

About the role

Original posting from Capco via Greenhouse

Principal Consultant - Payments SME 

Location: NYC or Charlotte, USA | Practice Area: Banking & Payments | Type: Permanent

Drive transformation across high-value payment systems in a fast-evolving global landscape

The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Banking & Payments practice, supporting large-scale payments transformation initiatives. This role combines Business Analysis and Scrum Master responsibilities, working on high-value and cross-border payment systems. You will play a key role in delivering change across complex payment infrastructures while collaborating with global stakeholders in an agile environment.

What You’ll Do

Lead business analysis activities across high-value payments and transformation initiatives

Facilitate agile ceremonies and support delivery as a Scrum Master across cross-functional teams

Gather, document, and translate business and technical requirements into actionable deliverables

Support transformation programs across payment systems including cross-border transactions

Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment across business, technology, and operations

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a Business Analyst and/or Scrum Master within Banking or Payments

knowledge of high-value payment systems and transaction flows

Working knowledge of FEDwire, CHIPS, and ISO20022 (pacs.008, pacs.009)

Experience delivering within agile environments and facilitating Scrum practices

Ability to engage stakeholders and communicate requirements clearly across teams

Bonus Points For

Experience in payments transformation or modernization programs

Exposure to cross-border payments and regulatory considerations

Familiarity with financial messaging standards and payment processing systems

Experience working with Tier 1 financial institutions

Certification in Agile, Scrum, or Business Analysis disciplines

Why Join Capco

Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave and dependent care support

Tuition reimbursement and wellness programs

Commuter benefits and employee discount platform

Inclusion at CapcoWe’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

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Source: Capco careers (Greenhouse)

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