Senior Global Payments Analyst

Senior Analyst - Global Payments

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Possess a strong working knowledge of SWIFT payments (MT103, MT202), FED payments, internal transfers, and FX transactions.
• Demonstrate sound understanding of global banking identifiers and settlement systems, including ABA, Sort Code, BSB, BIC, IBAN, RTGS, NEFT, and other international clearing methods.
• Manage manual payment / wire processing, with a clear understanding of end-to-end payment flows.
• Interpret Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs) and identify missing, incorrect, or non‑compliant details.
• Perform fund-related vendor invoice verification and initiate payments through secure banking portals.
• Review and validate custody and fund-related bank invoices.
• Process payments related to fund subscriptions and redemptions.
• Monitor shared mailboxes and prioritize payments based on currency cut-off times and urgency.
• Support global offices and clients with daily payment processing requirements.
• Respond to client and local office queries via email and phone in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure daily processing is completed, reconciled, and signed off within SLA timelines.
• Proactively report and escalate critical issues, risks, or payment blocks to management.
• Collaborate effectively as a team player, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Maintain flexibility to work in rotational or extended shifts as required by business needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com), MBA, or an equivalent qualification.
• 2–9 years of relevant experience in Payments, Banking, Treasury, or Fund Operations.
• Hands-on experience with SWIFT and FED payment processing.
• Strong exposure to FX payment processing, investigations, and exception handling.
• Knowledge of Hedge Funds and Private Equity operations is an added advantage.
• Prior experience in Transfer Agency operations is highly desirable.
• Master’s degree in commerce is preferred.

Skills Required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of ownership and accountability for client deliverables.
• Proficient in a Windows environment with strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to draft clear, concise, and accurate payment-related communications.
• Strong research, investigation, and resolution capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and resolve issues collaboratively.
• Effective presentation, listening, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Strong self-management attributes, including adaptability, resilience, integrity, and ethics.
• High motivation, persistence, and focus on achieving results.
• Demonstrates innovative and logical thinking in decision-making and issue resolution.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts aligned with global business requirements.

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.

Experience Level

Senior Level