We are looking for an experienced Settlements Manager with a strong background in Supply Chain Finance to join a fast-growing financial services firm specialising in trade finance and settlement solutions for global corporates.
This senior leadership role carries significant responsibility for shaping strategy, managing operations, and leading teams across Settlements, Reconciliation, and Master Data.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence.
* Manage global counterparty relationships to ensure smooth, accurate, and timely settlement operations.
* Oversee workload allocation, operational risk management, and adherence to internal policies and ISO standards.
* Drive process improvements, strategic initiatives, and change management projects across the business.
* Ensure performance targets are met, escalations are handled promptly, and client issues are resolved efficiently.
What We’re Looking For:
* Prior experience in financial services operations and team leadership.
* Strong understanding of accounting principles, transactional flows, and cash management.
* Proficiency with ERP/treasury systems (e.g., SAP, IT2) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to operate with discretion, integrity, and commercial acumen in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.