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Deputy Manager - Payment Operations
Job in
London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
LJ Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Risk Manager/Analyst, Banking & Finance, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 transactions
Strong 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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