Deputy Manager - Payment Operations
International Bank | London
Salary: £60,000 per annum
An established international bank based in London is seeking a Deputy Manager - Payment Operations to oversee high-value wholesale payment activity and support the efficient running of the Operations function.
This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity suited to a detail-focused banking professional with strong payments, SWIFT, and compliance expertise.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Operations & IS, the successful candidate will:
- Authorise and verify SWIFT messages, core banking transactions, and payments above £25,000
- Verify transactions exceeding £100,000
- Review daily transaction reports and release sanctions-screened payments, including OFAC alerts
- Ensure full compliance with AML, KYC, and internal risk policies
- Investigate and resolve complex payment queries
- Produce accurate payment and control reports
- Provide operational cover for senior management when required
Leadership & Oversight
The role holder will:
- Supervise and support the Payments Operations team
- Allocate workload and ensure all daily processes are completed accurately and on time
- Identify training needs and enhance team capability
- Promote a culture of strong controls, accountability, and continuous improvement
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong end-to-end payments experience, particularly SWIFT and Correspondent Banking
- Experience with core banking platforms (e.g. Finacle or similar)
- Solid knowledge of AML, KYC, sanctions screening, and UK banking regulations
- Experience handling complex and high-value transactionsStrong analytical ability and exceptional attention to detail
- The ability to perform effectively under pressure
- Proven team leadership and strong communication skills
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payments professional to step into a senior operational role within a respected international banking environment.
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