ABOUT US
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
University degree or equivalent
ExperienceAt least 5 years experience in similar environment, and at least 2 of which involved budget management.
OverviewWe are seeking a Business analyst with strong analytical and project management skills to bridge the gap between technology and business needs. This role combines software development expertise with responsibilities in risk assessment, project coordination, and business analysis. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, assess technical and operational risks, and ensure successful delivery of projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing both technical tasks and business processes.
Perform risk assessments on technical solutions, identifying potential vulnerabilities and compliance issues.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into actionable technical specifications.
Support project management activities, including planning, tracking, and reporting progress.
Document workflows, processes, and technical solutions for transparency and compliance.
Conduct impact analysis for new features or changes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Assist in quality assurance and testing activities to validate deliverables.
Work with cross-functional teams (product, QA, operations) to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
Participate in governance and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to internal and external standards.
Participate in design reviews, provide constructive feedback, and advocate for best UX practices.
3–5 years of experience in software development with exposure to business analysis and project management.
Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks.
Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira) and agile methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement and documentation.
High level of English, spoken and written.
Familiarity with financial services or regulated environments.
Experience in modern programming languages (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Python) and web technologies.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Certification in Project Management (PMP, Scrum) or Risk Management (a plus).
Understanding of cybersecurity principles and risk mitigation strategies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage tasks independently.
What we offer
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application.
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All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
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What We Do
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identification, analysis and regulatory compliance. Our messaging platform, products and services connect more than 11,000 banking and securities organisations, market infrastructures and corporate customers in more than 200 countries and territories. SWIFT also brings the financial community together – at global, regional and local levels – to shape market practice, define standards and debate issues of mutual interest or concern. For more information, visit www.swift.com or follow us on Twitter: @swiftcommunity
