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The Access Bank UK Limited
The Access Bank UK Limited

Graduate Settlements Officer

Northwich On-site 0-2 yrs exp Banking 223 employees
Treasury SettlementsFX ProcessingMoney MarketsSecuritiesSavings Products

Requirements

Candidates must be recent graduates with a relevant degree and a strong interest in financial services. The role requires a logical thinker who is confident with numbers and capable of working effectively within a dynamic team.

Job Description

The Access Bank UK – Graduate Settlements Officer

#AccessYourPotential


Graduates - if you are an ambitious and motivated individual looking to start your career in the Banking industry, then we want you!


We are looking for graduates to join us in being the future talent of the Bank. As we expand internationally, we are offering a unique and exciting opportunity for graduates to join us, gain valuable and in-depth knowledge of Financial Services. As an Investors In People Platinum award organisation, we are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential through providing continuous learning opportunities.


The Settlements Officer will be part of a highly effective team and will take an active part in the progression of the Bank as it enters the next stage of growth


Duties:

  • Inputting Treasury settlements.
  • Processing FX, Money Markets, Securities and Savings products.
  • Inputting/processing/authorising payments from a range of business areas including Trade Finance and Investment Operations.
  • Processing and maintenance of Trade Finance and Mortgage loans products.
  • Dealing with Bank-to-Bank enquiries.
  • Providing cash management support to Treasury Front Office.
  • Producing and submitting various external reports resulting from the Treasury activity being conducted.
  • General database maintenance.
  • Carrying out Payment investigations.
  • Providing back-office support and service on banking operations.


About you:

  • You will have graduated recently with a relevant degree subject.
  • A dynamic team worker who is adaptable and prepare to take on challenging and varied initiatives
  • You will have an interest in Financial Services
  • You are confident with numbers and a logical thinker
  • You are striving to deliver excellence with exceptional levels of quality and professionalism


Why choose the Access Bank UK ?

We work closely in partnership with BPP and the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) programmes. To further enhance the skill set and talent pool within the Bank, we have also established an internal mentoring programme, supported by external courses, to develop the skills of both mentors and the mentees.


We are guided by our Core Values:


  • Excellence
  • Innovation
  • Passion for Customers
  • Professionalism
  • Empowered Employees
  • Leadership


Our Training Commitment

You will receive training and coaching by working closely with our heads of departments, a designated mentor and buddy from across the business. You will be involved in a variety of learning and development initiatives such as cross department training, soft skills workshops and off-site events.


Benefits


As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.


  • Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus
  • We put 10% of salary into your pension, even if you don’t contribute yourself.
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 27 days after 2yrs service, and 29 days after 5 years
  • Company funded Employee Assistance Programme
  • Benefits supporting you and your family, such as death-in-service benefit
  • Share in Access Bank success by investing in our share plans after 5 years of service


As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

Education

Bachelor Degree

Skills

Treasury SettlementsFX ProcessingMoney MarketsSecuritiesSavings ProductsTrade FinanceInvestment OperationsMortgage LoansCash ManagementPayment InvestigationsBanking OperationsDatabase MaintenanceFinancial ReportingNumerical AnalysisLogical ThinkingProfessionalism

About The Access Bank UK Limited

The Access Bank UK Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulatory Authority, which puts us in a strong position to support opportunities in Organisation for Economic Co-operation of Development (OECD) markets for Access Bank Plc (our parent) and the Group’s customers. We are parent’s OECD operational hub and support the flow of investment into markets in Nigeria and Africa. We have a strong base in the UK and abroad, which allows us to stay in touch with our customers wherever they are in the world. Our Head Office is located in the heart of the City of London and overlooks the Bank of England, and our Operations Division is located near Manchester. We also have a branch operation within Dubai’s International Finance Centre and in Paris, as well as a Representative office in Lagos, Nigeria, on the Osborne Estate in the Ikoyi area. Our Dubai Branch is authorised by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and is based in the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) – which enables us to assist with trade and investment requirements between Africa and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Our Paris Branch is authorised and regulated by the Autorité de Control Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR). Our objective is to grow the international business of the Access Bank Group through excellence in customer service and innovative solutions in Trade Finance, Commercial Banking and Asset Management. We provide our employees with ongoing support and development opportunities, which reflects in their dedication and professionalism. We are very proud that Investors in People (IIP) have re-accredited us with the Platinum Status in 2023. The Bank is led by a team of experienced people dedicated to delivering superior financial solutions to businesses and individuals. Our staff have worked in the African, MENA and other international marketplaces.

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