Deputy Manager – Payment Operations

Company: LJ Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

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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Posted: October 22nd, 2026