ABOUT US
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. Swift moves value across borders, through cities and overseas, meeting the scale, precision, pace and trust required by the global economy. Established to find a better way for financial institutions to move value, we provide a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust. Constantly evolving without compromising trust, we support more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions across 200+ countries.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and analysis on industry trends, external developments, emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and evolving market structures across financial services.
- Develop strategic insights and recommendations that help Swift anticipate industry developments, identify growth opportunities, and assess potential risks.
- Translate complex industry developments into clear implications and actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders across the organization.
- Lead or support strategic deep dives on key industry topics including payments, securities, trade finance, digital assets, AI, central banking, and financial market infrastructure.
- Support the development of Board, ExCo, and senior leadership materials, including strategic briefings, industry outlooks, thought leadership papers, and executive presentations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; minimum 10‑12 years of experience in consulting, research, fintech or financial services is strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of global financial services trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of payments is a must.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into concise, executive‑level insights and recommendations.
- Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance research, analysis, and productivity is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation), critical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
What we offer
We give you the freedom to be yourself in an environment of diverse perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A culture that values every voice allows you to reach your full potential. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact accessibility-Sysgroup@swift.com or indicate this in your application. All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
We are proud that what we do has a critical impact on the global financial community, and your work will have tangible, daily impact as well. Joining Swift gives you unparalleled exposure to knowledge, expertise and technologies. Whether you pursue different career paths or work in teams across countries, you will be surrounded by bright, customer‑focused and intellectually curious people in a collaborative, friendly, open and inclusive environment.
Senior Market Analyst, Payments & Fintech Strategy employer: Swift Software
At Swift Software, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Located in the vibrant Greater London area, we provide our employees with ample growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a commitment to professional development, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the financial crime compliance sector.
