Network Contracts and Strategic Support Manager – Payments

U.S. Bank

Network Strategy & Governance Manager accountable for enterprise strategy and governance of U.S. Bank's payment network relationships, including Visa and Mastercard.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $133,365 - $156,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and strategic governance within the payments ecosystem, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and executive communication. Capable of leading cross-functional initiatives and developing strategic roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

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Project ManagementRegulatory ComplianceStrategic GovernanceExecutive CommunicationLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalysisStrategic AssessmentContract GovernanceRisk ManagementOrganizational AlignmentDecision FrameworksEmerging Industry DevelopmentsPayment Network RelationshipsLegal and Policy Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree

Industry Keywords

Payments EcosystemNetwork PartnershipsBusiness ObjectivesEnterprise Decision-MakingGovernance Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the development and execution of the PCS network contract governance.
Advise executive leadership on network-related opportunities, risks, investments, and strategic priorities.
Evaluate emerging industry developments and recommend strategies to enhance growth, profitability, customer value, and competitive positioning.
Lead strategic assessments of network partnerships and support enterprise decision-making related to payment network relationships.
Establish long-term strategic roadmaps aligned with business objectives and enterprise priorities.
Monitor, analyze, and synthesize relevant legal, regulatory, and policy developments affecting the payments ecosystem.
Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Government Relations to assess business impact, risks, and required responses.
Translate regulatory developments into clear implications for contracts, strategy, operations, and financial performance.
Develop clear, concise, and decision-ready executive decks, briefs, and presentations for senior management.
Frame complex contractual, regulatory, and strategic topics into structured narratives with key insights, risks, options, and recommendations.
Lead highly complex, enterprise-wide initiatives requiring cross-functional coordination and executive sponsorship.
Establish operating models, governance structures, and decision frameworks supporting strategic objectives.
Create organizational alignment on strategic priorities where competing objectives, ambiguity, and significant business risk exist.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree, or equivalent work experience
10 or more years of experience in project management activities
Two or more years of managerial experience
Expert knowledge of assigned business line or functional area
Demonstrated management and leadership skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Advanced knowledge of project management
Ability to identify and resolve exceptions and to analyze data
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law