Global Payments Ops Lead - SWIFT, ISO20022 & Change

RAK BANK; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the United Arab Emirates seeks an Assistant Manager for the Remittance Unit. You will manage SWIFT payment processing and lead projects that enhance efficiency and compliance. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience in payment operations and is proficient in ISO20022 standards. Exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to service excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in payment operations, SWIFT processing, and project/change management within banking or financial services.
• Strong understanding of payment systems, regulatory frameworks, and industry standards.
• Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex payment projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SWIFT payment processing operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Drive and support payment-related projects, including system upgrades, regulatory implementations, and process enhancements.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, proposing and implementing effective solutions.

Skills

SWIFT messaging formats

ISO20022 standards

Project management

Change initiatives

Testing methodologies

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field

Professional certifications in payments (e.g., SWIFT Certified ISO20022 Payments Expert, CertPAY)

Job description

A leading financial institution in the United Arab Emirates seeks an Assistant Manager for the Remittance Unit. You will manage SWIFT payment processing and lead projects that enhance efficiency and compliance. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience in payment operations and is proficient in ISO20022 standards. Exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to service excellence are essential.