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Business Analyst (Payments) (35623) Hong Kong
Business Analyst, Payments
Location: Hong Kong Job Type: 1-Year Renewable Contract Industry: Consulting Salary: HKD 47,000/month
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Retail Payments and Cross Border Payments, with a focus on the APAC region (SG, HK, MY). This role requires a deep understanding of global payment systems, technology, and regulatory environments, alongside strong leadership and problem-solving skills to drive complex projects. The Senior Payments Consultant will play a key role in managing teams, liaising with clients, and providing high-level expertise in payments-related solutions.
Key Responsibilities: Lead Client Engagements:
Serve as the client's trusted advisor in payments, managing relationships and providing deep domain expertise across Retail Payments, Cross Border Payments, and Cash Management technologies. Capture Business Requirements:
Lead discussions with payments business and operations teams to capture business requirements and objectives, ensuring alignment with client needs. Solution Delivery:
Work collaboratively with client executives and project teams to deliver end-to-end solutions, from business requirement gathering and solution design through to delivery and implementation. Client Consultation & Documentation:
Translate complex business requirements into formal agreements and documentation, ensuring clear understanding and alignment with client expectations. Project Management Support:
Collaborate with Project Managers to equip them with detailed plans, ensuring timely execution of the project within budget and scope. Present to steering committees and senior management. Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure compliance with payments industry regulations in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, and manage risk mitigation strategies in line with regulatory requirements. Innovation & Strategy:
Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies in payments, including Open Banking, PSD2, SWIFT, and DLT. Key Requirements: Experience:
At least 5 years experience in the payments industry, with expertise in Retail and Cross Border Payments. Languages:
Can speak Cantonese to work with Cantonese-speaking clients and stakeholders. Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of global payments trends, regulatory compliance, and industry standards (e.g., ISO 20022, SWIFT, ACH, RTGS). Hands-on exposure to Clearing & Settlement Systems (RTGS, ACH, Singapore MEPS+/FAST, Hong Kong CHATS/FPS, etc.). Familiarity with Corporate Internet Banking, Direct Channels (Host2Host file transfers), Mobile Banking, and Payments Service Providers (PSPs). Experience with payments products such as Finastra-GPP, FIS Clear2Pay-OPF, ACI-MTS, TCSBancs Payments, and others.
Project Management:
Proven track record of managing complex projects in the financial services sector, with the ability to meet strict deadlines. Leadership Skills:
Ability to manage and mentor teams, ensure timely delivery, and navigate high-stakes situations with senior management. Communication Skills:
High-impact presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate solutions to clients and stakeholders at all levels. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
Strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive, creative approach to finding solutions. In-depth knowledge of APAC’s banking and payments landscape, specifically in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Experience in managing technology programs for Retail Payments, FAST, and Cross Border payments. A solid understanding of the latest regulatory requirements for payments in Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia.
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Business Analyst, Payments
Location: Hong Kong Job Type: 1-Year Renewable Contract Industry: Consulting Salary: HKD 47,000/month
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Retail Payments and Cross Border Payments, with a focus on the APAC region (SG, HK, MY). This role requires a deep understanding of global payment systems, technology, and regulatory environments, alongside strong leadership and problem-solving skills to drive complex projects. The Senior Payments Consultant will play a key role in managing teams, liaising with clients, and providing high-level expertise in payments-related solutions.
Key Responsibilities: Lead Client Engagements:
Serve as the client's trusted advisor in payments, managing relationships and providing deep domain expertise across Retail Payments, Cross Border Payments, and Cash Management technologies. Capture Business Requirements:
Lead discussions with payments business and operations teams to capture business requirements and objectives, ensuring alignment with client needs. Solution Delivery:
Work collaboratively with client executives and project teams to deliver end-to-end solutions, from business requirement gathering and solution design through to delivery and implementation. Client Consultation & Documentation:
Translate complex business requirements into formal agreements and documentation, ensuring clear understanding and alignment with client expectations. Project Management Support:
Collaborate with Project Managers to equip them with detailed plans, ensuring timely execution of the project within budget and scope. Present to steering committees and senior management. Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure compliance with payments industry regulations in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, and manage risk mitigation strategies in line with regulatory requirements. Innovation & Strategy:
Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies in payments, including Open Banking, PSD2, SWIFT, and DLT. Key Requirements: Experience:
At least 5 years experience in the payments industry, with expertise in Retail and Cross Border Payments. Languages:
Can speak Cantonese to work with Cantonese-speaking clients and stakeholders. Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of global payments trends, regulatory compliance, and industry standards (e.g., ISO 20022, SWIFT, ACH, RTGS). Hands-on exposure to Clearing & Settlement Systems (RTGS, ACH, Singapore MEPS+/FAST, Hong Kong CHATS/FPS, etc.). Familiarity with Corporate Internet Banking, Direct Channels (Host2Host file transfers), Mobile Banking, and Payments Service Providers (PSPs). Experience with payments products such as Finastra-GPP, FIS Clear2Pay-OPF, ACI-MTS, TCSBancs Payments, and others.
Project Management:
Proven track record of managing complex projects in the financial services sector, with the ability to meet strict deadlines. Leadership Skills:
Ability to manage and mentor teams, ensure timely delivery, and navigate high-stakes situations with senior management. Communication Skills:
High-impact presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate solutions to clients and stakeholders at all levels. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
Strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive, creative approach to finding solutions. In-depth knowledge of APAC’s banking and payments landscape, specifically in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Experience in managing technology programs for Retail Payments, FAST, and Cross Border payments. A solid understanding of the latest regulatory requirements for payments in Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia.
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