Payments & Market Infrastructure

Payments & Market Infrastructure –

Combining Innovation and Stability

Market & Context

Payments and market infrastructure form the backbone of the financial system and are at the same time key drivers of transformation within the financial sector. Digital payments, instant payments, and embedded finance models are radically reshaping the customer experience. At the same time, exchanges and clearing platforms such as SIX Group or BX Swiss ensure the stability of the system.

However, requirements are increasing. Cybersecurity, resilience, and interoperability are essential to safeguarding market integrity. New technologies such as blockchain, tokenization, and Web 3.0 open up additional opportunities — from automated settlement processes to digital assets. Innovation and regulatory certainty must go hand in hand to ensure trust and efficiency.

Challenges

Organizations are seeking leaders who combine technological innovation with operational excellence. They must manage complex payment flows, develop new business models, and meet regulatory requirements. Particularly in demand are individuals who unite strategic foresight with deep expertise in market infrastructure and digital platforms.

In addition, roles such as Head of Payments, Head of Market Infrastructure, CIO/CDO for Digital Platforms, as well as specialists in Open Banking, card solutions, and clearing & settlement are gaining importance. The ability to strengthen governance structures while simultaneously driving agile innovation is becoming a critical success factor

Our Contribution

Wirz & Partners supports banks, payment service providers, and market participants in filling key roles within payments and market infrastructure. We identify candidates for leadership positions across payments, card solutions, open banking, and exchange infrastructure.

Our structured search process combines market insight and precise search profiles to identify leaders who drive innovation while ensuring stability. 

Why Act Now?

The pace of change in payments is accelerating rapidly. Real-time payments, regulatory adjustments, and new technologies are reshaping the rules faster than ever before. Those who act now secure access to the limited pool of leaders capable of shaping this transformation. Delays do not only mean missed opportunities, but also operational risks — in an environment where speed and stability determine market share. Now is the right time to future-proof your leadership pipeline.

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