Payment Analyst

Office Angels; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Payment Services Analyst in Edinburgh City Centre. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary of £26,000 - £28,000. The role is ideal for those starting or developing a career in financial operations, requiring strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Key responsibilities include processing client payment instructions, handling Sterling and foreign currency payments, and supporting treasury functions. Experience in financial services is preferred but recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or similar environment advantageous.
• Suitable for recent graduates with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Process client payment instructions accurately.
• Handle Sterling and foreign currency payments.
• Perform reconciliations and support treasury functions.
• Implement fraud prevention measures.
• Ensure service level agreements are met.
• Provide support and cover for colleagues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Team player

Job description

Payment Services AnalystLocation: Edinburgh City CentreSalary: £26,000 - £28,000Contract: 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 lear...