Settlements Specialist

BNP Paribas Personal Finance; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Health cash plan

Flexible benefits

Job summary

BNP Paribas Personal Finance in the UK is seeking a Settlements Specialist on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract in Solihull. You will compile, process and settle payments for partnerships, handle statement enquiries and reclaim commissions.

This hybrid role offers a supportive environment with a flexible benefits package and opportunities to develop in finance within a global bank.

Qualifications

• Experience in settlements processes and reconciliations.
• Studying towards AAT/accountancy qualifications desirable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Compile daily settlement items and ensure all processes are completed.
• Respond to statement enquiries from retailers, brokers and dealers.
• Prepare monthly commission settlements and statements.
• Support investigation and resolution of variances on balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform daily settlement reconciliations and checks.
• Highlight issues to management promptly.

Skills

Settlements experience

AAT / accountancy qualifications in ^^

Education

Studying towards AAT / accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location:

Solihull; a flexible hybrid working model which supports you as well as enabling you to work collaboratively with your colleagues

Contract:

12 month Fixed Term Contract

About Us

At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we’re part of a global banking group with a simple mission: to provide straightforward consumer finance solutions that help customers make responsible financial decisions. We partner with leading UK retailers and brands to support their customers finance purchases responsibly.

The Role

As a Settlements Specialist at BNP Paribas PF UK, you will be responsible for compiling, processing and settlement of company partnership payments, dealing with statement enquiries and the reclaim of commissions and cancellation of agreements. This is a great opportunity for someone in the settlements space to gain exposure to / learn further around finance in a Financial Services company.

Key Responsibilities

• Compilation of settlement items on a daily basis ensuring all processes and procedures involved are completed
• Completing and responding to statement enquiries from retailers, brokers and dealers.
• Preparation of monthly commission settlements and statements.
• Ensure support for investigation and resolution of any variances on settlement balance sheet reconciliations
• Completing daily settlement reconciliations and checks
• Highlight immediately to management any areas of concern relating to settlements.

Skills & Attributes

• Previous experience in working with Settlements
• Studying towards AAT / accountancy qualifications is desirable
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Packages
• Willingness to learn new practices, with an flexible approach to tasks
• Self Motivated

Could this be you?

Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for people who live by our values, who are positive, brave, and own it. Don’t let confidence hold you back. You don’t need to meet every requirement - if you have around 75% of the skills and the right attitude, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you

As a Top Employer UK, we offer a supportive, inclusive environment and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your lifestyle. Highlights include:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive package, contributory pension, and health cash plan
• Opportunity to buy/sell holiday giving you even more control over your work-life balance
• Flexible benefits including private medical insurance and lifestyle discounts
• A culture that values collaboration, development, and wellbeing

Learn more about careers with us: https://www.bnpparibas-pf.co.uk/careers

Your Application Journey

• Call with our Talent Acquisition team
• Informal chat with the Hiring Manager
• Face to Face Competency Based Interview

We aim to complete the process within 3-4 weeks, depending on availability. If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome. Please note that this role may close early once we have enough suitable applicants, so apply soon.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace and ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender, identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.