Banking Operations & Wire Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Banking Operations / Wires Specialist to join our client.

This role is responsible for supporting domestic and international wire transfers in a high volume environment.

This role requires hands-on experience in wire processing, verification, and release of wires, along with strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process, verify, and release domestic and international wire transfers, including USD and FX transactions.
• Monitor wire queues, investigate exceptions, and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Process SWIFT messages, incoming wires, and general ledger transactions.
• Ensure compliance with AML, BSA, and OFAC regulations.
• Perform daily reconciliations and support wire investigations.
• Collaborate with relationship managers, compliance, and operations teams to support private banking clients.

Qualifications :

• 2+ years of wire operations experience within a bank or financial institution.
• Must have prior hands-on wire verification and release experience within a wire room.
• Abilty to work with detail in a high volume environment - iup to 500 wires a day
• Experience with SWIFT, Fedwire, CHIPS, and wire processing systems.
• Familiarity with Jack Henry, AS400, Payplus, Finastra, or Silverlake preferred.
• Strong understanding of wire processing controls, fraud prevention, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage high-volume transactions in a fast-paced environment.