Banking and Network Manager

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK’s leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board. About Unlimit Founded in 2009, Unlimit is a global fintech company with 16 offices all over the world and more than 500 employees, that offers a large portfolio of financial services – from acquiring (payment processing) to banking as a service. Our mission is to be “ready for tomorrow” and to provide our customers with a sense of stability in the everchanging financial landscape and an opportunity to be prepared for whatever the tomorrow of business brings their way. About the job: To support Unlimit’s growth, we are seeking a junior Banking and Network Manager to join our Banking and Network Relationships Team, which manages Unlimit’s global partnerships with financial institutions and payment providers. In this role, you will oversee daily interactions with banks and alternative payment providers, collaborating closely with the Global Head of Banking and Network Relationships and regional heads. You will manage the due diligence process, onboarding procedures, and account openings with our banking partners globally. This position requires close cooperation with internal stakeholders and external partners across regions to ensure timely, accurate responses to due diligence questionnaires and facilitate successful banking relationships. We are looking for a self-motivated, high-energy individual with strong business acumen. For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to our ambitious growth goals. Key duties and responsibilities: Act as the primary liaison for financial institutions and payment providers, overseeing account opening, due diligence, network compliance, service monitoring, and pricing conditions globally. Lead the due diligence process for new banking and partner relationships, coordinating documentation and responses while ensuring regulatory compliance. Manage the onboarding and account opening process with banking partners, collaborating with internal teams across regions to compile necessary documents, complete applications, and submit them for approval within established timelines. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external partners, serving as a trusted advisor on compliance matters and proactively addressing concerns to strengthen partnerships. Build relationships with key internal stakeholders including Compliance, Legal, Finance, Treasury, Sales, and Product to facilitate effective collaboration and ensure timely responses to regulatory requirements. Develop and implement standardized processes for due diligence, onboarding, and account opening with banking partners, focusing on documentation requirements and quality assurance to enhance efficiency. Stay informed about payment market trends and research new markets, payment rails, and banking providers to inform Unlimit’s payment network strategy. Assess and manage risks associated with banking relationships, implementing controls and monitoring mechanisms to ensure compliance and mitigate potential issues. Skills and experience required: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a bank, payments, or fintech company in Europe, with knowledge of payments and banking. Possess an analytical and data-driven approach to managing our partners and are comfortable addressing optimization challenges. A can-do attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile when required. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a hands-on mentality, team-oriented approach, and results-driven mindset. Interest in digital companies and fintech, along with knowledge of marketplace and platform business models. Proficient in key tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous. We offer: Attractive monthly salary paid in line with experience. Vacation, sick and paid holidays. Full-time: 5/2 (Saturday and Sunday days off). A modern office-based workplace with all necessary equipment. A team of professionals to learn from. Multicultural working environment. Join Unlimit Team now! Unlimit is an equal opportunity employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. #J-18808-Ljbffr