Senior Payments Specialist

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

About Our Client

A leading international bank in London.

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking an experienced Senior Payments Specialist to join our team as a Director of Operations - Payments Services. This role is responsible for the coordination and orchestration of high-performing, resilient and efficient end-to-end EMEA business services within payments and current accounts.

The successful candidate will leverage their knowledge and expertise to drive strategic business change needed to ensure that our payment Operating Models are fit for purpose and enhance the internal and external customer experience.

**Key Responsibilities:*

  • Providing steering, oversight and governance to Payments and Current Account Services across EMEA, ensuring payment systems, their process design and operational resilience comply with regulatory expectations.
  • Being the Business Process Owner (BPO) for Payment and Current Account Services, providing oversight of operational incidents and managing the operational relationships with Nostro Agents and Clearing Settlement Mechanisms (CSM's).
  • Providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) to interpret the risk appetite and identify existing risks to the Bank in the Payment and Current Account Services space.
  • Driving strategic transformation initiatives such as the transformation of our Payments and Current Account technology, processes and Operating Models providing management with information and insights into risks, benefits and ROI.
  • Partnering with front office / product teams across EMEA, other regions and globally to support the bank's strategic goals.

**Requirements:**

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Engaging with senior stakeholders across branches, regions and Head Office, including board level.
  • Ability to educate and convince stakeholders at all levels on the essential nature of best practice and alignment to industry and peer standards, as well as a clear understanding and articulation of how the transformation can be implemented within EMEA.
  • Operational management - experience of either managing and/or transforming payment and current account services at an operational level or have experience of managing the risks related to the provision of payment and current account services.
  • Industry Knowledge:
    • In-depth knowledge of best practice in Payments across the financial services industry and an ability to utilise that knowledge to enhance the capability at the bank.
    • Knowledge and expertise of the operation of current account services.
    • Experience of analysing regulatory text in the payment service space in the financial sector and applying the appropriate interpretation of said text.
  • Business Service Management - Expertise in service management and experience of implementing/running service strategy, service management, service delivery and continual service improvement within financial services or similar complex, multi-product, multi-region organisations.
  • Strategy - Translates strategy into goals and objectives for the functional team to support the holistic delivery.
  • Driving Change - Diplomatically challenges objections to change with logical and well-supported logic, remaining positive in the face of setbacks and maintaining forward momentum.

**What We Offer:

£155-165K basic salary, strong benefits package and bonus opportunity.



  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Payments Awards Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Payment Solutions Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in implementing card schemes and payment systems, as well as managing customer relationships and providing support.About the Role:This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to work with a global payment scheme or...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom DNA Payments Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Payment Risk Specialist to join our team at DNA Payments Ltd in London. As a Payment Risk Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the company's growth and stability by managing risk associated with merchant transactions.About the RoleThis is a challenging opportunity for an experienced credit...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom DNA Payments Ltd Full time

    DNA Payments Ltd is a rapidly growing fintech company that offers payment solutions to businesses across the UK and Europe. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and are seeking a talented Payment Support Specialist to join our team.**Job Description:**We're looking for a detail-oriented individual to provide technical support to our...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom DNA Payments Ltd Full time

    DNA Payments Ltd is a rapidly growing fintech company, recently listed in the top 50 start-ups by Beauhurst. We process over £2 billion in transactions every month, servicing over 60,000 customers across the UK and Europe.We're looking for a Payment Industry Support Specialist to join our team in Hull. The successful candidate will be responsible for...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Women in Payments Full time

    Head of Payments and Operations Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly experienced Head of Payments and Operations to join our team at Women in Payments. This is a challenging role that requires the ability to manage complex payment systems, develop operational processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.About UsAt Women in Payments, we aim to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Payments Association Full time

    About the RoleThe Payments Association is seeking a highly motivated Project and Content Coordinator to work with our members through a series of project working groups. This role will deliver thought-leadership content and policy work for our members by establishing strong relationships with senior payments professionals and delivering project work to a...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Women in Payments Full time

    Job Summary: Strategy & Operations Manager (Payments)We are seeking an experienced professional to fill the role of Strategy & Operations Manager (Payments). In this position, you will oversee multiple projects related to payments, working closely with senior leadership to shape and execute our overall business strategy. Your responsibilities will include...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Amazon Payments UK Limited Full time

    Work Environment:We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can grow your career and contribute to the success of Amazon Payments UK Limited.As a Senior Prudential Risk Manager, you will be part of a global team that prioritizes innovation, customer satisfaction, and employee well-being.About Us:Amazon Payments UK Limited is a leading...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom American Express Global Business Travel Full time

    Job Title: Senior Payments Solutions SpecialistWe are looking for an experienced Senior Payments Solutions Specialist to join our eCommerce team at American Express Global Business Travel. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and deploying best-in-class Payments solutions that meet customer needs. You will work closely with design and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Women in Payments Full time

    We are looking for a highly skilled Corporate Finance Manager to join our team at Women in Payments. As a key member of our Corporate Finance team, you will play a critical role in driving our business forward.About the RoleIn this role, you will be responsible for:Diving into the financial detail of our business, supporting near and long-term forecasting,...

  • Sales Director

    2 weeks ago


    City Of London, UK, Central London, United Kingdom Payments Recruitment Limited Full time

    Sales Director - Challenger Bank - selling payment & clearing solutions into PSP's, EMI's, MSB's, selling safeguarded deposits & banking to professional services firms.London office based, close to Bank station£100 - 140k basic + commission, benefits, bonus (must have experience of working in a regulated banking/payments environment)** Please...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom B4B Payments Group Full time

    About B4B Payments GroupB4B Payments Group is a leading player in the fintech industry, delivering innovative payment solutions to corporate clients globally. Our company operates as an independent affiliate of Banking Circle, offering an unrivalled scope of financial services and payments solutions.We are proud to be an award-winning payment innovator,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Women in Payments Full time

    We are creating a revolutionary payments network that better connects banks, businesses, and individuals. Our vision is to establish a seamless online experience, transforming the way we make payments.As a Corporate Finance Manager at Women in Payments, you will play a crucial role in shaping our financial strategy and driving growth. The Corporate Finance...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Client Server Full time

    Software Engineer / Developer (Node.js AWS API) OpportunityWe are seeking a talented AWS Payments Specialist to join our team as a Senior Software Engineer.As an AWS Payments Specialist, you will be responsible for designing and building scalable and secure back-end systems using Node.js and AWS, working closely with our development team to deliver...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Coatue Management L.L.C. Full time

    About UsAt Coatue Management L.L.C., we empower businesses to thrive in the digital economy. As a strategic payments partner for leading global brands, our mission is to create seamless payment experiences that drive growth and success.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Payments Integration Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Europe Arab Bank Full time

    At Europe Arab Bank, we are seeking a seasoned Senior AML Payments Compliance Specialist to join our team in London for a 12-month contract. As part of our esteemed Mayfair office, you will be responsible for overseeing advanced sanctions escalations and ensuring the highest level of compliance.The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Super Payments Full time

    About the RoleSuper Payments is revolutionising the traditional online payment & shopping experience, and we're looking for a talented Senior Full Stack Engineer to help us achieve our goal.You will be responsible for designing and evolving our B2B API, contributing to code reviews, and participating in discovery, ideation, and research alongside designers...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Amazon Payments UK Limited - H04 Full time

    **Job Description**We are seeking an experienced Risk Management Strategist to join our team in Amazon Payments UK Limited - H04. As a key member of our risk management function, you will be responsible for developing and implementing effective risk management strategies across our various payment products.


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom J.P. Morgan Full time

    We are looking for an experienced professional to fill the Senior Payments Governance Specialist role. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing sound governance and oversight of the control environment for the Payments Business (Global Trade, Merchant Services, and Treasury Services) in EMEA.About the RoleIn this role, you will...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Trust Payments Full time

    Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, comprehensive wellness initiatives, and extensive leave provisions.