Associate Product Manager, Core Cards Processing (Gerente de Producto Asociado, Procesamiento de Tarjetas Core) - Mexico City (Hybrid)

<div class="content-intro"><h2><strong data-start="314" data-end="386">Ready to accelerate your career?</strong></h2> <div> <p data-start="563" data-end="823">Clara is the fastest-growing company in Latin America. We've built the leading solution for companies to make and manage all their payments. We already help over 20,000 large and growing businesses operate with agility and financial clarity through locally issued corporate cards, bill pay, financing, and a powerful B2B platform built for scale.</p> <p data-start="563" data-end="823">Clara is backed by some of the most successful investors in the world, including top regional VCs like monashees, Kaszek, and Canary, and leading global funds like Notable Capital, Coatue, DST Global Partners, ICONIQ Growth, General Catalyst, Citi Ventures, SV Angel, Citius, Endeavor Catalyst, and Goldman Sachs - in addition to dozens of angel investors and local family offices.&nbsp;<br><br>We’re building the financial infrastructure that powers high-performing organizations across the region. We invite you to join us if you want to be part of a fast-paced environment that will accelerate your career and support you to do some of the best work of your life alongside a passionate and committed team distributed across the Americas.</p> </div></div><h2 data-path-to-node="0"><strong data-path-to-node="0" data-index-in-node="0">Associate Product Manager (Gerente de Producto Asociado) - Mexico City (Hybrid)</strong></h2> <hr data-path-to-node="1"> <h3 data-path-to-node="2"><strong data-path-to-node="2" data-index-in-node="0">What you'll do</strong></h3> <p data-path-to-node="3">We're looking for an <strong data-path-to-node="3" data-index-in-node="21">Associate Product Manager</strong> to join our Core Cards Processing team. This role sits at the heart of Clara’s payment infrastructure, working on high-impact initiatives across products like Travel, Fleet, and Corporate Cards. You will collaborate with processors, networks (Mastercard), and internal engineering to build and scale core issuing capabilities. You will have ownership over critical initiatives impacting transaction processing, card lifecycle, settlement, and operational efficiencies.</p> <ul data-path-to-node="4"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="4,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="4,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Core Product Ownership:</strong> Drive the evolution of Clara’s card processing infrastructure, including issuing, card flows, clearing, settlement, reconciliation, and payments application.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="4,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="4,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Vertical Enablement:</strong> Partner with business teams to translate vertical needs into core platform capabilities and enable new card-based products through core infrastructure.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="4,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="4,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Cross-Functional Execution:</strong> Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Compliance, and external providers (like Mastercard) to coordinate initiatives and support delivery across multiple workstreams.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="4,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="4,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Product Discovery &amp; Delivery:</strong> Turn complex operational and business problems into structured product solutions, contributing to roadmap planning and long-term platform evolution.</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-path-to-node="5"> <h3 data-path-to-node="6"><strong data-path-to-node="6" data-index-in-node="0">Who you are</strong></h3> <p data-path-to-node="7"><em data-path-to-node="7" data-index-in-node="0">“We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.”</em></p> <p data-path-to-node="8"><strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0">Must haves</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="9"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,0,0">Working proficiency in English and Spanish.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,1,0">Experience or strong exposure to payments, fintech, or financial infrastructure (similar to environments like Stripe).</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,2,0">Structured problem solving: Ability to break down complex financial infrastructure problems into clear product requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,3,0">Execution &amp; delivery: Comfortable managing product initiatives from discovery to production.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,4,0">Stakeholder management: Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and external partners.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,5,0">Experience or interest in AI tools to automate workflows.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,6,0">Excellent verbal and written communication and adaptability to fast-changing environments.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,7,0">Ownership-driven: You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks.</p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="10"><strong data-path-to-node="10" data-index-in-node="0">Nice to haves</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="11"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,0,0">Understanding of card products, issuing, processing, or payment flows.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,1,0">Experience with payment networks (Mastercard, Visa) or familiarity with payment rails.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,2,0">Independent analytical skills using spreadsheets or <strong data-path-to-node="11,2,0" data-index-in-node="52">Metabase</strong>.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,3,0">Basic proficiency in Portuguese or a desire to learn it.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,4,0">A good sense of humor.</p> </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h2 data-start="172" data-end="190"><strong data-start="172" data-end="190">Why join Clara</strong></h2> <p data-start="192" data-end="352">At Clara, you’ll have the autonomy, speed, and support to make meaningful impact — not just on your team, but on how organizations are run across Latin America.</p> <h4 data-start="354" data-end="368"><strong data-start="354" data-end="368">Who we are</strong></h4> <ul data-start="370" data-end="902"> <li data-start="370" data-end="446"> <p data-start="372" data-end="446">We’re the leading <strong data-start="390" data-end="426">B2B fintech for spend management</strong> in Latin America.</p> </li> <li data-start="447" data-end="568"> <p data-start="449" data-end="568">Certified as one of the world's fastest-growing companies, a <strong data-start="510" data-end="533">Great Place to Work</strong>, and a <strong data-start="541" data-end="565">LinkedIn Top Startup</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-start="569" data-end="643"> <p data-start="571" data-end="643">Passionate about making Latin America more prosperous and competitive.</p> </li> <li data-start="644" data-end="749"> <p data-start="646" data-end="749">Constantly innovating to build financial infrastructure that enables each of our customers to thrive.</p> </li> <li data-start="750" data-end="837"> <p data-start="752" data-end="837">Product-led, high-talent-density culture — designed for builders who raise the bar.</p> </li> <li data-start="838" data-end="902"> <p data-start="840" data-end="902">Proud of our open, inclusive, and values-driven environment.</p> </li> </ul> <h4 data-start="904" data-end="926"><strong data-start="904" data-end="926">What we believe in</strong></h4> <ul data-start="928" data-end="1366"> <li data-start="928" data-end="995"> <p data-start="930" data-end="995"><strong data-start="930" data-end="943">#Clarity.</strong> We say things clearly, directly, and proactively.</p> </li> <li data-start="996" data-end="1065"> <p data-start="998" data-end="1065"><strong data-start="998" data-end="1014">#Simplicity.</strong> We reduce noise to focus on what really matters.</p> </li> <li data-start="1066" data-end="1135"> <p data-start="1068" data-end="1135"><strong data-start="1068" data-end="1083">#Ownership.</strong> We take responsibility and never wait to be told.</p> </li> <li data-start="1136" data-end="1201"> <p data-start="1138" data-end="1201"><strong data-start="1138" data-end="1149">#Pride.</strong> We build products and experiences we’re proud of.</p> </li> <li data-start="1202" data-end="1287"> <p data-start="1204" data-end="1287"><strong data-start="1204" data-end="1234">#Always Be Changing (ABC).</strong> We grow through feedback, risk-taking, and action.</p> </li> <li data-start="1288" data-end="1366"> <p data-start="1290" data-end="1366"><strong data-start="1290" data-end="1307">#Inclusivity.</strong> Every voice counts. Everyone contributes to our mission.</p> </li> </ul> <h4 data-start="1368" data-end="1385"><strong data-start="1368" data-end="1385">What we offer</strong></h4> <ul data-start="1387" data-end="1837"> <li data-start="1387" data-end="1451"> <p data-start="1389" data-end="1451">Competitive salary and stock options (<strong data-start="1427" data-end="1435">ESOP</strong>) from day one</p> </li> <li data-start="1452" data-end="1559"> <p data-start="1454" data-end="1559">Multicultural team with daily exposure to <strong data-start="1496" data-end="1532">Portuguese, Spanish, and English</strong> (our corporate language)</p> </li> <li data-start="1560" data-end="1629"> <p data-start="1562" data-end="1629">Annual learning budget and internal accelerated development paths</p> </li> <li data-start="1630" data-end="1716"> <p data-start="1632" data-end="1716">High-ownership environment: we move fast, learn fast, and raise the bar — together</p> </li> <li data-start="1717" data-end="1770"> <p data-start="1719" data-end="1770">Smart, ambitious teammates — low ego, high impact</p> </li> <li data-start="1771" data-end="1837"> <p data-start="1773" data-end="1837">Flexible vacation and <strong data-start="1795" data-end="1816">hybrid work model</strong> focused on results</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="1839" data-end="1951">If you’re ready for growth, ownership, and impact — apply now and help us redefine B2B finance in Latin America.</p> <p data-start="1839" data-end="1951">&nbsp;</p> <hr> <h4 data-start="134" data-end="159">Clara’s Hybrid Policy</h4> <p data-start="161" data-end="511">Claridians in a hybrid mode split their time between working from the office, talking to or visiting customers, or working from home. This hits a balance between bringing people together for in-person collaboration and learning from each other, while supporting flexibility about how to do this in a way that makes sense for each individual and team.</p> <p data-start="513" data-end="715">We don't enforce a minimum number of days for most roles, but you're expected to spend time at the office organically, and be at the office most days during your ramp-up or when required by your leader.</p></div>