At Aevi, we're not just a team; we're a vibrant, global community, committed to shaking up the payments industry. Our culture is all about innovation, creativity, and a passion for pushing boundaries. We’re thrilled to welcome new Aevi’ators who vibe with our values and mission and are ready to join us on our journey of transformation and growth.
Aevi provides a cloud-based platform for in-person payment orchestration, giving customers and partners the flexibility to connect devices, acquirers and payment methods across markets.
As a Scheme & Network Relationship Manager, you will own Aevi’s day-to-day relationships with payment schemes and networks, helping internal teams understand how scheme rules apply in real situations and ensuring deals, launches and certifications move smoothly.
This role sits within the Partnerships team and works closely with Product, Engineering, Delivery and Sales to provide clear scheme guidance and remove scheme friction from deals, launches and platform decisions.
Key responsibilities:
Own operational relationships with card schemes and local payment methods
Act as Aevi’s first point of contact for scheme and LPM questions
Track scheme rules, bulletins, and mandates
Coordinate scheme and LPM certifications end to end
Support sales and partnerships with early scheme clarity
Prevent late-stage scheme blockers in deals and delivery
Technical details
Manage schemes and LPMs, including global card schemes, local debit schemes, meal vouchers, fuel cards, and closed or semi-closed networks
Interpret scheme rules across acquirers, devices, geographies, and use cases
Support certifications for SmartPOS, SoftPOS, unattended, wallets, and value-added services
Work with Product and Engineering on scheme impact to platform design
Maintain clear internal guidance on what is allowed, restricted, or high risk
Day-to-day activities
Joining scheme calls and briefings
Reviewing new scheme bulletins and assessing impact
Answering internal questions from sales, product, and delivery
Coordinating certification tasks and timelines
Escalating issues early, with facts and options
What good looks like
No missed scheme or LPM deadlines
Certifications completed on time
Fewer late-stage scheme issues in deals
Faster onboarding across acquirers and devices
Clear, consistent scheme guidance internally
Required background:
Strong understanding of card schemes and payment networks
Ability to interpret complex scheme rules and explain them clearly
Experience coordinating work across multiple teams
Calm, precise communication under pressure
Experience
Working with payment schemes, acquirers or processors in environments where scheme rules, certifications and mandates impact merchant deployments or payment platform capabilities
Supporting scheme certifications, rule interpretation or scheme engagement
Working cross-functionally with product and technical teams
Nice to have
Experience with local payment methods, vouchers or alternative tenders
Experience in multi-acquirer or orchestration environments
Exposure to SmartPOS, SoftPOS, unattended or in-person payments
Experience across multiple European markets
Qualifications
Relevant degree or equivalent industry experience
Background in payments, financial services or technology is a plus
Reporting structure
Reports to: Senior Partner Manager
No direct reports
Cross-functional collaboration with Product, Delivery and Compliance teams
Why join Aevi
Real ownership of scheme relationships (not just admin)
Close to product, deals and strategy
High-impact role in a fast-moving fintech environment
Work with major global schemes and modern payment technologies
Practical details
Travel: approx. 25–35%
No direct reports
Cross-functional role with real influence
Life at Aevi
Being part of Aevi? It’s diving into a space where flexibility, honesty, development, and support are the essentials of our work environment, and we live for a “work smarter, not harder” mindset. At Aevi, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity, firmly believing that our strength lies in our individuality. Our commitment to a better working culture is reflected in our respect and appreciation for each team member, cheering on everyone to just be themselves at work and outside.
What's in it for you?
- Be part of a dynamic, fun-loving team that values teamwork and flexibility.
- Benefit from our unlimited vacation policy, so you can take a breather whenever you want and need it.
- Quickly become a key player of our motivated, energetic, and global team.
- Thrive in a culture that lets your unique work style shine.
- Explore various growth opportunities and level up your career with us.
Who are Aevi:
Our mission is to build a more open world, where anyone, anywhere, can take or make any kind of payment.
Our cloud-based platform lets payments and transaction data flow across all channels and consumer touchpoints. By connecting digital and in-person interfaces, we are committed to creating the best possible customer experience at the point-of-interaction. Today, we operate across Europe, Australia, and the US with offices in London, Prague, and Paderborn.
Our Vision and Support:
We are setting payments free!
Supported by visionary shareholders in the industry like Mastercard and HPE Growth Capital, we stand at the forefront of payment innovation, surrounded by like-minded partners who share our vision for a seamless payment future.
