FX/Credit Lead

About the role

This role focuses on the daily management of foreign exchange (FX) conversion operations. The Lead will be responsible for tasks such as quote management, trade execution, and ensuring timely settlement. A key part of the job involves monitoring the performance of the FX pricing engine and selecting appropriate vendors. The person in this position will also handle escalations and work to resolve underlying issues.

The position requires close collaboration with various internal teams, including Risk, Compliance, and Legal, to ensure all operations adhere to regulatory standards. Additionally, the Lead will work with Product and Tech teams to implement new features. Maintaining strong relationships with banking partners and monitoring liquidity are also crucial aspects of this role.

Success in this position means effectively managing FX operations, ensuring smooth settlement flows, and maintaining robust banking partnerships. The Lead will drive root-cause resolution for any issues and contribute to the continuous improvement of FX processes within a fast-paced environment. This role is suited for someone who can troubleshoot and work under pressure while fostering a strong team spirit.

The annual salary for this position is listed between $128,500 and $225,000.

Skills that matter here

• FX operations: This role directly oversees foreign exchange conversion, trade execution, and settlement processes.
• payment industry: Experience in the payment industry is relevant for understanding the mechanics of financial transactions and settlements.
• Data-savvy with basic metrics understanding: The role requires monitoring performance and making data-informed decisions, especially regarding the FX pricing engine.
• troubleshoot: The Lead will be responsible for handling escalations and driving root-cause resolution for operational issues.
• English: Fluent English is required for communication with internal teams, banking partners, and for documentation.

Who this role suits

• Someone with at least five years of experience in payment or FX operations.
• A professional who is detail-oriented and possesses strong communication skills.
• An individual who is comfortable working under pressure and can effectively troubleshoot issues.
• A candidate who demonstrates a strong team spirit and is motivated to support colleagues.

From the employer

• Oversee FX conversion operations including quote management, trade execution, and settlement.
• Monitor FX pricing engine performance and manage vendor selection.
• Handle escalations and drive root-cause resolution.
• Own daily reconciliation and coordinate settlement flows.
• Maintain relationships with banking partners and monitor liquidity.
• Work closely with Risk, Compliance, and Legal teams.
• Collaborate with Product and Tech teams on new feature rollouts.

• Bachelor degree or above, preferably in finance or International Business.
• 5+ years experience in payment industry or FX operations.
• Interest in cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and trading.
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Data-savvy with basic metrics understanding.
• Ability to troubleshoot and work under pressure.
• Strong team spirit and willingness to motivate colleagues.
• Fluent in English.

• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangement.
• Opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization.
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy.