Data Operations Analyst

About the role

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. We are looking for a proactive and experienced team member to conduct daily operational task from the Data Validation & Update Squad, the second stage in the product data lifecycle within the Product Data Operations vertical. This team plays a critical role in validating and updating high-quality data for key products such as Know Your Customer Registry (KYC-R), SwiftRef Standing Settlement Instructions (SSI) and Sanctions List Distribution/List Management Services (LMS). Key Responsibilities / What to Expect As a member of the Data Validation & Update Squad (DVU) within Product Data Operations, you will play a hands‑on role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and ongoing validity of critical product data. This role sits at the core of daily operations and contributes directly to data quality, operational efficiency, and business continuity. Operational Execution Perform daily BAU operational tasks related to data validation, updates, and maintenance across key products, including KYC Registry (KYC‑R), SwiftRef SSI, and Sanctions List Distribution / List Management Services (LMS) . Validate data and documentation against defined standards, requirements, and control frameworks before publication or update. Execute data updates and refresh activities in line with agreed processes, timelines, and SLAs. Ensure all activities are completed in adherence to SOPs, quality standards, and control requirements . Data Quality & Controls Identify, investigate, and resolve data discrepancies, inconsistencies, or quality issues in a timely manner. Apply quality checks and peer‑review principles (e.g. 2‑eyes / 4‑eyes) where required. Contribute to maintaining high data quality outcomes, supporting defined quality metrics and thresholds . Escalate risks, issues, or anomalies promptly, with clear context and supporting evidence. Collaboration & Cross‑Team Support Work closely with other squads within Product Data Operations and relevant stakeholders to support end‑to‑end data lifecycle activities. Provide consistent and reliable support during periods of high workload, process changes, or operational transitions. Participate in structured cross‑team collaboration where required to ensure continuity of service. Process Adoption & Improvement Adopt and apply new or updated processes as operating models evolve. Provide practical feedback on operational pain points, inefficiencies, or improvement opportunities. Support the stabilization and embedding of new processes following rollouts or changes. Documentation & Reporting Maintain accurate records of work performed, decisions taken, and evidence required for audit or review purposes. Contribute to keeping operational documentation, SOPs, and reference materials up to date. Learning & Capability Building Build and maintain strong functional knowledge across assigned products and scopes. Actively participate in training, onboarding, and cross‑product upskilling initiatives as required. Demonstrate accountability, ownership, and continuous learning in a fast‑paced operational environment. What will make you successful: Education: Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Business, Operations Management Data Management, Information Management, or Information Systems Finance, Banking Risk, Compliance, or a related discipline