Payment Specialist (80-100%) (12-month contract)

The company seeks a Payment Specialist for a 12-month contract in Geneva. The role involves processing payments, managing account closures, and supporting IT projects within the Operations department.

This position sits within the Technology & Operations unit, specifically the Payment Transactions team. The specialist will join a group of nine professionals tasked with controlling and executing transfer orders to ensure smooth financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Handle account closures with precision and speed to meet regulatory and internal standards.
• Review, verify, and process incoming payments to optimize cash flow management.
• Review, verify, and process outgoing payments to ensure secure and efficient fund transfers.
• Oversee bank mailboxes, addressing questions and requests from internal stakeholders.
• Calculate and process management fees in line with company guidelines.
• Handle requests from Business Process Outsourcing partners regarding correspondent relationship updates.
• Investigate and clear pending reconciliations for outgoing payments, incoming funds, and correspondent fees.
• Contribute expertise to IT initiatives to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Hold a professional maturity diploma from a business school or a CFC certification.
• Possess 3 to 5 years of experience in banking operations, with a focus on payment systems like SWIFT, SIC, EUROSIC, and SEPA.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of SWIFT message formats.
• Fluency in French and English at a B2 level or higher.
• Currently reside in Switzerland or be prepared to relocate there.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of additional languages beyond French and English.

About the company

Lombard Odier operates as a globally recognized wealth and asset manager, emphasizing sustainable investing. As an independently owned institution, it ranks among the world's best-capitalized banking groups, overseeing nearly CHF 300 billion in assets. The firm embraces a 'Rethink Everything' philosophy to offer clients a fresh investment outlook. Its culture is built on five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Respect, Integrity, and One Team. The organization fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into its strategic approach.

• Emphasis on sustainable investing practices.
• Independently owned with strong capitalization.
• Commitment to a 'Rethink Everything' philosophy.
• Core values include Excellence, Innovation, Respect, Integrity, and One Team.
• Dedication to a diverse and inclusive work environment.