Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible.

Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Manager, Product Management (Executive Thought Leadership) The Mastercard Data & Services Global Product team is seeking a Manager, Thought Leadership Program to support the growth and evolution of Mastercard's premium thought leadership offerings across North America. This product management role sits within the Digital Safari Global Product Team and focuses on creating impactful learning experiences that help customers navigate emerging technologies, innovation, and business transformation.

The Digital Safari Program Digital

Safari is Mastercard's premium executive thought leadership program, providing insight and foresight on topics including digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity, digital assets, leadership, innovation, and emerging technology trends. The program serves C-suite executives in banking and payments through experiences with leading academics, industry experts, consultants, and innovators. Speakers include leading academics from prestigious Universities like INSEAD, Stanford, London School of Economics.

Other subject matter experts are drawn from industry, fintech, research houses, consultants,



innovation labs and the investment community. As the program has grown impressively, we are seeking a product manager to help scale and enhance our North American offerings, particularly across the West Coast, Canada, and new growth markets. This role will also contribute to the development of new, scalable thought leadership products and experiences for Mastercard customers.

Research customer needs, industry trends, and thought leadership delivery preferences to inform product strategy. Develop thought leadership propositions tailored to specific customer segments and executive audiences. Build and manage relationships with universities, consultants, industry experts, and innovation partners.

Create and maintain a network of high-quality speakers, facilitators, and experiential learning opportunities. Design compelling executive programs, including themes, content, speakers, and customer experiences. Support business development initiatives as the thought leadership product specialist.

Partner with Legal, Compliance, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure program compliance and scalability. Host and facilitate customer engagements, ensuring a high-quality experience that drives lasting customer value.

Experience in Product Management,



including product strategy and lifecycle management.

Experience supporting business growth initiatives and product performance objectives. Proven ability to build and manage relationships with senior executives, partners, and external stakeholders. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Collaborative mindset with solid stakeholder management skills.

Experience in thought leadership, executive education, innovation programs, event management, consulting, or customer engagement preferred. Strong network‑building capabilities within innovation, technology, or fintech ecosystems preferred. Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent experience.

In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] not include any medical or health information in this email.

Corporate Security Responsibility

Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in Canada, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive pay based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. This is a pipeline posting for future opportunities within our team. Vancouver, Canada: $121,000 - $169,000 CAD Toronto, Canada: $121,000 - $169,000 CAD #

📌 Manager, Product Management (Executive Thought Leadership) (Toronto)
🏢 Mastercard
📍 Toronto