Payments Manager – Hybrid / Leader, Banking & Client Ops

Aztec Group; St Peter Port; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid working

Work abroad up to 3 weeks/yr

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Worldwide travel insurance

Health and wellbeing programmes

On-site parking

Job summary

Aztec Group in Guernsey seeks an experienced Payments Team Lead to oversee day‑to‑day payment operations for a large number of fund structures for a major institutional client. You will ensure timely, accurate processing in line with Aztec policies and provide B signatory support.

You will lead the Payments team, coordinate bank accounts, drive process improvements, maintain client reports, and support billing and onboarding of new banking systems.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• General banking platform experience.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Proven people management experience.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Payments team to achieve accuracy and timeliness in payment processing from start to finish.
• Manage the client’s bank accounts ensuring positive balances and timely updates.
• Ensure all payment deliverables meet deadlines and policies with 100% accuracy.
• Identify areas for process improvement and discuss with line manager.
• Maintain internal and client trackers and reports, providing accurate records.
• Drive billing processes and prepare required analyses.
• Ensure invoices are issued on time, accurately and per guidelines.
• Train staff on electronic banking systems and coordinate opening of new bank accounts.
• Supervise payment officers including staffing, coaching and performance management.
• Act as B level 4-eyes signatory on administration, upholding policy and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Payments leadership

Banking platforms

People management

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

Aztec Group in Guernsey seeks an experienced Payments Team Lead to oversee day‑to‑day payment operations for a large number of fund structures for a major institutional client. You will ensure timely, accurate processing in line with Aztec policies and provide B signatory support.

You will lead the Payments team, coordinate bank accounts, drive process improvements, maintain client reports, and support billing and onboarding of new banking systems.