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Barclays - Director Payment Ops - Noida

Pune Permanent View Job Description
This role leads end-to-end corporate payments operations, ensuring secure, accurate, and compliant execution across global banking systems. It focuses on driving transformation through automation, AI, and a standardized operating model while enhancing client experience and operational efficiency.
  • Opportunity to lead global payments transformation at scale
  • Drive AI-led operational innovation in a high-impact leadership role.

About Our Client

The client is a leading global financial services organization with a strong presence in corporate and investment banking. It is known for its focus on digital transformation, robust risk management practices, and delivering innovative financial solutions to a diverse global client base.

Job Description

  • Lead global corporate payments operations across multiple regions and products.
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant execution of all payment processes.
  • Design and implement a scalable global Target Operating Model (TOM).
  • Drive automation, digitization, and AI adoption to improve efficiency and STP rates.
  • Strengthen risk, control frameworks, and financial crime compliance mechanisms.
  • Enhance client experience through faster turnaround and improved service quality.
  • Act as escalation point for critical client issues and complex payment scenarios.
  • Build and lead high-performing teams while driving continuous improvement and innovation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Director Payment Operations should have:

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.Extensive experience (15+ years) in payments operations, corporate banking, or transaction banking.
  • Proven leadership in managing large global teams and transformation programs.
  • Strong expertise in payments systems such as SWIFT, ACH, RTGS, and cross-border transactions.
  • Demonstrated experience in automation, AI/ML adoption, and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of risk management, regulatory frameworks, and financial crime controls.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with exposure to senior executive leadership.
  • Educational background: Bachelor's degree required; MBA or similar advanced qualification preferred.
  • Certifications in payments, operations, or risk management are a plus.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary package
  • Opportunities for career growth within a large organization.



Quote job ref
JN-062026-7045310

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Sub Sector
Investment Banking
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Pune
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-062026-7045310

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