Treasury Operations Associate

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  • Lagos, Lagos State
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Description:You're not just moving money, you’re optimizing global flow. As an FX Treasury Associate, you’ll take charge of currency operations, liquidity planning, and cross-border execution that keeps the business running efficiently and compliantly.You’ll build systems, spot opportunities, and manage relationships that ensure the right funds land in the right place at the right time. If you’re part strategist, then this role is for you.Who are we searching for?
  • You have hands-on experience in FX operations, liquidity management, and currency trading.
  • You’re detail-oriented and execution-focused, with a solid track record of processing cross-border payments efficiently.
  • You’re always thinking ahead, monitoring currency trends, identifying arbitrage opportunities, and optimizing trade decisions.
  • You have strong financial instincts and understand how to manage risk while pursuing growth.
  • You know how to build relationships, with banks, IMTOs, liquidity providers, and strategic partners.
  • You thrive in fast-paced environments where precision, clarity, and communication are key.
Your responsibilities…Treasury Operations & FX Execution
  • You will manage daily treasury operations including the tracking and reconciliation of inflows and outflows, generating receipts, and ensuring timely execution of payments.
  • You will monitor currency pair movements and identify potential arbitrage or rate optimization opportunities.
  • You will execute FX trades across platforms, minimizing slippage and optimizing conversions.
  • You will oversee daily liquidity planning, ensuring cash availability across currencies while minimizing idle capital.
Banking & Liquidity Relationships
  • You will build and manage strong relationships with banks, FX providers, IMTOs, and other financial partners.
  • You will negotiate pricing, onboard new partners, and evaluate innovative rails or payment technologies.
  • You will ensure seamless fund transfers and access to liquidity in support of global transactions.
Business Strategy & Compliance
  • You will support business expansion through FX-driven partnership opportunities and market growth initiatives.
  • You will provide strategic insights on market conditions, trading patterns, and treasury innovations.
  • You will ensure compliance with AML, KYC, and regulatory frameworks across all treasury activities.
  • You will lead continuous improvements to treasury infrastructure, boosting speed, accuracy, and scalability.
To be considered, you should have…
  • 2–5 years of experience in FX Treasury, Currency Trading, or related financial operations.
  • Familiarity with arbitrage strategies, reconciliation processes, and trading platforms.
  • A strong grasp of cross-border payment flows, liquidity management, and risk mitigation.
  • Business development or client relationship experience in Banking, FinTech, or similar.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of financial compliance frameworks including AML and KYC requirements.
Why this role matters…Money is the lifeblood of global operations. Your role ensures that funds move reliably, strategically, and in real time. You’ll drive efficiency, unlock global opportunities, and strengthen financial agility, all while building the future of payments.Challenges you may face in this role…
  • Balancing real-time execution with regulatory and compliance rigor.
  • Navigating liquidity constraints across currencies, platforms, and jurisdictions.
  • Optimizing performance while managing partner relationships and cost structures.
  • Scaling treasury processes as global transaction volume increases.
The goodies…
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
  • Remote work mode
  • High-growth, fast-paced role with opportunities for growth
  • Collaborative, mission-driven culture with global exposure

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