Roland Szabo
Debrecen
Summary
Detail-oriented Card Schemes Operations Specialist and Project Manager with extensive expertise in managing international card scheme compliance, operational processes, and regulatory requirements across the EU and UK. Proven track record in overseeing audits, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and fostering efficient collaboration with card schemes, processors, issuing/acquiring banks, and service providers. Strong skills in documentation, incident handling, and reporting, with the ability to translate complex compliance requirements into actionable operational processes. Committed to driving operational excellence and ensuring adherence to industry standards in a dynamic environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Card Schemes Operations Specialist & Project Manager
Payron Limited
06.2024 - Current
- - Managing operational compliance with international card schemes, ensuring adherence to scheme rules and regulatory standards.
- - Coordinating communication between card schemes, processors, issuing/acquiring banks, and internal stakeholders.
- - Leading cross-functional projects including scheme certifications, onboarding, and integration initiatives.
- - Preparing documentation for internal and external audits, supporting corrective action plans.
- - Monitoring operational performance, analysing incidents, and improving reporting flows and operational processes.
- Remote
Card Schemes Operations & Compliance Specialist
Barion Payment Inc.
03.2021 - 05.2024
- - Oversaw card scheme operational processes, ensuring compliance with Visa and Mastercard rules.
- - Supported issuer/acquirer operations, including reporting, chargebacks, merchant monitoring, and dispute handling.
- - Ensured accurate implementation of scheme coding requirements and reporting obligations.
- - Liaised with processors, external partners, and service providers to resolve operational and compliance issues.
- - Contributed to updates of internal policies, risk frameworks, and audit documentation.
Compliance Specialist
Transaction Systems Ltd
05.2017 - 02.2021
- - Conducted compliance monitoring, AML/sanctions screenings, and customer risk assessments.
- - Supported regulatory audits and internal compliance reviews.
- - Assisted in developing and maintaining regulatory documentation and performing compliance testing.
- - Collaborated with business and technical teams to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations.
Education
Certificate - Regulatory Compliance
ICA Commercial Services Limited
UK10-2022
Master's Degree - International Economy and Business
University of Szeged
Szeged, Hungary06-2015
Skills
- Card Scheme Compliance (Visa, Mastercard)
- EU & UK regulatory frameworks
- Sanctions & AML compliance (incl World-Check, Accuity)
- Internal policy creation & implementation
- Audit preparation, documentation, and remediation
- Card scheme portals, reporting tools, coding/flag requirements
- Incident and dispute handling
- Risk assessment & monitoring
- Cross-team project coordination
Compliance & Regulatory Expertise
Operational & Technical Skills
- Data analysis, documentation, and process optimisation
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Clear communication with technical and business teams
- High attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Proactive and structured approach
- Operational efficiency
- Planning and coordination
- Cross-functional communication
- Project management
Soft Skills
Websites
Timeline
Card Schemes Operations Specialist & Project Manager
Payron Limited
06.2024 - Current
Card Schemes Operations & Compliance Specialist
Barion Payment Inc.
03.2021 - 05.2024
Compliance Specialist
Transaction Systems Ltd
05.2017 - 02.2021
Certificate - Regulatory Compliance
ICA Commercial Services Limited
Master's Degree - International Economy and Business
University of Szeged