Senior Payments Specialist

At a Glance: The Story Behind AMINA

Founded in April 2018 and headquartered in Zug, AMINA Bank is a pioneer in the financial industry. In August 2019, AMINA received a Swiss banking and securities dealer license from FINMA. The broad, vertically integrated spectrum of services, combined with the highest security standards, make AMINA's value proposition unique.

AMINA operates globally from its regulated hubs in Switzerland, Abu Dhabi, and Hong Kong to offer fiat and crypto services to progressive investors, traditional and crypto-native alike, whether individuals, corporates, or institutions.

CVVC Global Report and CB Insights named AMINA as one of the Top 50 Companies within the blockchain ecosystem. Aite Group awarded AMINA their 2021 Digital Wealth Management Impact Innovation Award in the 'Digital Startup of the Year' category, and LinkedIn listed AMINA as one of the Top Startups 2021 in Switzerland. In 2022, AMINA won the Digital Assets Offering or Service at the WealthBriefing Swiss EAM Awards, and the bank was also recognised for its product offering SEBAX and won the Best ETP of the Year award at the Swiss ETF Awards 2022. In 2023, AMINA won the European WealthBriefing Award in the Digital Assets Solution, Fund Manager category.

Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It)

We are looking for a Senior Payments Specialist to oversee and optimize the bank's payment systems while ensuring security, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role focuses on enhancing payment operations, managing risks, and collaborating with vendors to maintain robust and reliable solutions. This position offers the opportunity to support internal teams through training, provide expert guidance on payment-related inquiries, and drive continuous process improvements across the organization

Your AMINA To-Do List

• Payment System Oversight: Monitor, evaluate, and optimize payment systems, ensuring they are efficient, secure, and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline payment processes, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce risks.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated with changes in payment regulations, ensuring adherence to local and international compliance requirements such as AML/KYC.
• Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with payment operations, including fraud and operational disruptions.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to ensure the effectiveness and reliability of payment solutions and services.
• Training and Development: Provide training and guidance to internal teams on payment processes, systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Customer Support: Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders, resolving inquiries, issues, and escalations related to payments

Your golden ticket to the AMINA team:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
• Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience in payments operations, with in-depth knowledge of payment systems, processes, and regulations.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of financial regulations governing payments, including but not limited to SWIFT,SEPA, and local regulatory frameworks.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for process improvement.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to diverse stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Proven ability to identify and solve complex payment-related issues efficiently and effectively.
• Team Collaboration: Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and foster a culture of cooperation and knowledge sharing.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and precision in all aspects of payment operations and compliance.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a willingness to adapt to changing priorities and evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Ethical Standards: Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and integrity in all professional interactions and decisions.

Why We're Awesome

We owe our exponential growth to our innovative and collaborate team spirit and talented workforce. Every voice counts as we are always committed to learning from diverse perspectives and backgrounds because our people make the difference at AMINA Bank. Regardless of your age, gender, belief, and background, at AMINA EVERYONE is welcome

Join our skilled team and together redefine finance.

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