Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow.
Ready to take your career global?
At Global Payments, we power commerce around the world by helping businesses accept payments securely and confidently. Every day, millions of transactions flow through our platforms, and our Underwriting team plays a critical role in protecting that ecosystem while enabling growth for merchants and partners.
As an Underwriter I, you’ll evaluate merchant applications, assess risk, and make informed decisions that balance business opportunity with responsible risk management. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who will help you develop your expertise while contributing to decisions that directly impact the success of our clients and the business.
In this role, you’ll influence how new merchants join the Global Payments network by evaluating risk, identifying opportunities, and making recommendations that support sustainable growth. You’ll help create a secure payments environment, strengthen portfolio quality, and contribute to shaping the future of commerce through sound underwriting decisions.
What you’ll own
- Evaluate merchant applications and supporting documentation to assess risk and support informed underwriting decisions.
- Balance business growth and risk management by applying underwriting policies, risk guidelines, and industry best practices.
- Analyze financial, operational, and business information to identify potential risks and opportunities within new merchant relationships.
- Drive efficient onboarding decisions by delivering accurate and timely risk assessments that support an outstanding client experience.
- Identify potential fraud, compliance concerns, and operational risks that could impact portfolio performance.
- Strengthen portfolio quality by making recommendations that align with Global Payments’ risk appetite and business objectives.
- Partner with Sales, Risk, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure underwriting decisions support sustainable merchant growth.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance underwriting processes, controls, and decision-making frameworks.
What you’ll bring
- Experience in underwriting, risk analysis, financial services, banking, payments, fraud prevention, or a related analytical environment is preferred.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate information, identify risk factors, and make sound decisions.
- The ability to interpret financial, operational, and business documentation with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and the confidence to make recommendations based on available data.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to explain decisions and collaborate across multiple teams.
- A proactive and accountable mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Our perks - what we’ll bring for you
We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.
- A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution
- Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business
- Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise
- A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter
- Time to give back through community and charity initiatives
- A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing
- Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements
What makes a Globalpayer?
Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.
Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.
Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.
Diversity and EEO Statements
Global Payments is an organization that stands against racism, intolerance and injustice in all its forms — one that respects, honors and celebrates the diversity of our team members and the differences among us. Our commitment to fostering a company culture that values and respects Inclusion and Diversity is steadfast. Standing together as one company, we will continue to work to drive positive change for the communities in which we live and work and stamp out injustice.
Global Payments is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.
Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment or provide feedback about the accessibility of this website, please contact [email protected].
