Payment Analyst

Office Angels; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic staffing agency is seeking a Payment Services Analyst in Edinburgh City Centre. This full-time, permanent position offers a starting salary of £26,000 - £28,000. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and analytical skills, with a proactive outlook to support payment processing functions. Responsibilities include managing client payment instructions and ensuring compliance with service level agreements. This opportunity also promises career development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Supportive team environment

Career development prospects

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Desire to learn and develop in financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Process client payment instructions accurately.
• Handle Sterling and foreign currency payments.
• Perform reconciliations and support treasury functions.
• Implement fraud prevention measures.
• Contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Team player

Job description

Payment Services Analyst

Location: Edinburgh City Centre

Salary: 26,000 - 28,000

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Payment Services Analyst to join a dynamic operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in financial operations. While experience in financial services or a similar environment would be advantageous, this role is also suitable for recent graduates with strong analytical and organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Process client payment instructions accurately and on time.
• Handle Sterling and foreign currency payments using standard mechanisms (e.g., Faster Payments, CHAPS, SWIFT).
• Perform reconciliations and support treasury functions, including foreign exchange and money market deals.
• Implement fraud prevention measures across all payment types.
• Ensure service level agreements are met and contribute to process improvements and change projects.
• Provide support and cover for colleagues when required.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Good computer literacy and keyboard skills.
• A proactive team player with a desire to learn and develop.
• Previous experience in banking or payment processing is desirable but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Competitive starting salary of 26,000 - 28,000.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in payment operations.
• Supportive team environment with career development prospects.

Equal Opportunities

Office Angels is an equal-opportunities employer.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.