Job Description

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.
Job Summary:

The junior commercial manager will support the Head of Strategic Partnerships in managing relationships with key partners, vendors and suppliers to ensure Swift's strategic objectives are met through these relationships. The role requires close collaboration across various teams within Swift as well as frequent interactions with external stakeholders.



Responsibilities:

Assist in developing and implementing strategies for maximizing value from existing partnerships while identifying new opportunities for growth and innovation; Support negotiations between Swift and its partners/vendors/suppliers by preparing analysis, presentations and other materials needed during discussions; Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements when engaging with third parties; Manage day-to-day operations of selected partnerships including contract administration, relationship management, financial matters, etc.; Provide regular updates on progress towards goals set for each partnered project or initiative; Identify areas where processes could be improved upon based on lessons learned from previous engagements; Conduct market research to identify potential new partnership opportunities that align with Swift's strategic direction; Coordinate activities related to due diligence investigations required before entering into any agreement with a new partner.


Qualifications:

University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing or similar field preferred; Minimum 2 years experience working in a corporate environment preferably within a multinational organization; Excellent communication skills (both written & verbal) and ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization; Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects while also being a team player who can collaborate effectively across departments; Strong analytical thinking and problem solving abilities along with attention to detail; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Knowledge of French language would be considered an asset.
What we offer
We put you in control of career
We give you a competitive package
We help you perform at your best
We help you make a difference
We give you the freedom to be yourselfWe 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.

If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.

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.