Senior Associate- Payments & Operations

SWIFT Message Processing & Management:

· Handle a wide range of SWIFT message types, including MT101, MT202, MT103, MT199, MT292, MT295, MT195, MT910, MT940.

· Ensure the correct processing, transmission, and receipt of messages.

· Analyze and resolve issues related to SWIFT messages, including message content discrepancies, formatting errors, and transmission delays.

· Managing Swift Payments and ability to track status of payments.

Reconciliation:

· Manage daily reconciliation of Ledgers & Statements ensuring the entries are matched correctly and any unreconciled entries are escalated for resolution.

· Ensure all deposits and withdrawals are properly accounted for and recorded in a timely manner.

· Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between cash balances and recorded transactions.

· Investigate Return of funds and recall requests.

· Interacting with correspondent bank to resolve statement related breaks.

· Thorough understanding about journal entry postings.

· Awareness about advanced excel shortcuts & formulas

Field Interpretation and Customization:

· Interpret and modify SWIFT message fields as per internal or regulatory requirements.

Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution:

· Provide troubleshooting and resolution support for SWIFT message errors.

Collaborate with internal teams and SWIFT support to resolve issues promptly.

Requirements

Experience:

· Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience working with SWIFT messaging systems

· Experience in managing a team.

· Strong expertise in SWIFT messages (MT101, MT202, MT103, MT199, MT292, MT295, MT195, MT910, MT940).

· Deep understanding of the Swift fields & payment formatting requirements for currencies.

· Experience with SWIFT broadcast services and network connectivity management.

Technical Skills:

· Familiarity with SWIFT Alliance, SWIFTNet, and related SWIFT messaging platforms.

· Understanding of financial industry standards, regulations, and protocols related to SWIFT.

· Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting SWIFT message data and fields.

Education:

· A degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Desired Skills:

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Eye for detail and ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines.

· Accurately performing tasks along with multi-tasking skills.

· Willing to work from office on all 5 days

· Primarily UK shift but should be Open to all shifts (including Night shifts)

Benefits

· Competitive salary and benefits package.

· Professional development opportunities.

· Collaborative and dynamic work environment