Banking Operations Manager

Job Description

Banking Operations Manager | Payments, FX & Treasury Lead

Are you a strategic leader with a deep-seated passion for the mechanics of moving money? We are partnering with an ascending force in the financial services sector to find a proactive Banking Operations Manager. This isn’t just a desk job; it’s a high-impact leadership role where you will be the primary architect of our UK payment infrastructure, FX trade settlements, and liquidity management.

You will step into a fast-paced environment where precision is the baseline and innovation is the goal. As the head of our specialist Banking Operations team, you will bridge the gap between complex regulatory requirements and seamless daily execution. If you thrive in high-volume environments and have a knack for mentoring talent while maintaining ironclad operational controls, we want to hear from you.

Core Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Direct and develop a high-performing Banking Operations unit, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous professional growth.

• Operational Integrity: Oversee the full lifecycle of inbound/outbound payments, ensuring that reconciliations and exceptions are handled with surgical precision.

• FX & Treasury Management: Mastermind FX trade oversight and settlements while maintaining optimal liquidity across client accounts and Money Market Fund (MMF) investments.

• Strategic Escalation: Serve as the definitive point of contact for banking partners and internal stakeholders regarding complex operational hurdles.

• Compliance & Risk: Champion safeguarding protocols and regulatory standards, playing a lead role in audits and incident post-mortems.

• Process Evolution: Identify bottlenecks and implement robust system improvements to enhance efficiency without compromising on risk controls.

Candidate Profile

• The Expert: You possess a veteran-level understanding of payment rails including SWIFT, Faster Payments, and SEPA.

• The Leader: You have a proven track record of managing teams through the high-pressure demands of a time-critical financial environment.

• The Strategist: You understand the nuance of FX trading, settlement cycles, and the regulatory landscape governing modern financial services.

• The Problem Solver: You are comfortable navigating complex operational risks and building the frameworks necessary to mitigate them.

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