Head of Strategy at Nexi in Italy, IT

Shape the Future of Payments with Nexi in 2025 Envision a world where every transaction feels effortless, safe, and connected. At Nexi, we’re leading this transformation, building tools and solutions that redefine how the world pays. By joining us, you’ll play a part in creating the next generation of digital payments in an innovative, supportive, and international environment.

Why This Role Is Right for You As Head of Strategy, you’ll lead the Strategy pillar within our Group Strategy & Development team - a high-impact, cross-functional team spread across Europe. You'll work directly with senior leadership to accelerate Nexi’s growth agenda, drive innovation, and position us as the frontrunner in the evolving digital payment landscape.

About Your Future Role In this position, you will:

• Shape and lead Nexi's long-term growth strategy, aligning group priorities with emerging market trends.
• Incubate strategic initiatives, such as the Digital Euro, GenAI applications, and other high-potential innovations.
• Support Business Units and regional leaders in defining and executing their strategic roadmaps.
• Engage with key institutional stakeholders in partnership with our Public Affairs team, helping to position Nexi as a thought leader in the industry.

What Makes You a Great Fit We’re looking for someone eager to make a difference. Here’s what we value:

• Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with a structured, problem-solving mindset.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid experience working with and influencing senior stakeholders, including C-level.
• Ability to operate in a complex, fast-paced, international matrix environment

Essential Qualifications:

• Strong Analytical skills,
• Excellent communication skills,
• Senior stakeholders’ management,
• Ability to navigate in a complex environment
• You will come with a proven track record of problem-solving and a spark for having an impact

Bonus Skills:

• Track record in payments, fintech, consulting, or digital transformation.
• Passion for innovation, digital trends, and emerging technologies.
• Experience leading cross-border projects and collaborating with multicultural teams.
• High energy, curiosity, and the ability to challenge the status quo with confidence.

Even if you don’t check every box, your unique potential and willingness to learn could set you apart.

What’s in it for You?

• Attractive salary and a competitive benefits package to reward your expertise and contributions
• Tech equipment: Get the tools you need to succeed, including the latest technology to support your work
• Join an international team: Collaborate with experts from across Europe and bring your ideas to life in a dynamic, global environment
• Grow and develop: Gain hands-on experience and structured training through our PayTech University, designed to accelerate your career and help you reach your full potential

Discover Life at Nexi We’re an international team of 10,000+ people across 25 countries, united by shared ambition and a passion for innovation. Learn more about our culture, Values, and how we’re shaping the future of digital payments. Visit our Life at Nexi page.

Diversity and Inclusion at Nexi We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer: together, we succeed by embracing our differences and creating a future where everyone can thrive.

Your Next Step Starts Here If this opportunity excites you, we’d love to hear your story. Submit your application today, and let’s shape the future of digital payments together!

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