Wire Processor

Lead is a fintech building banking infrastructure for embedded financial products and services. We operate an FDIC-insured bank headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.  Additionally, we have offices in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and New York City, where our technical, product, design, and legal teams operate.

We are built for a constantly evolving financial landscape, where new ventures and technological advancements emerge daily. Guided by a team of entrepreneurs and technologists with decades of experience navigating intricate banking and payments regulations, Lead blends regulatory and technological expertise to help our fintech partners scale their operations with compliance and creativity.

Simply put, Lead offers the essential attributes that every fintech seeks in a partner bank. First, unparalleled technical expertise from a distinguished team of developers with an extensive understanding of the banking and payments systems. Second, oversight expertise, automated compliance systems, and bespoke program management to navigate the ever-shifting regulatory landscape. Finally, a commitment to transparency and operational rigor to ensure everyone’s money does what it’s supposed to do. 

As a Community Bank, we provide personalized banking services and solutions to support the businesses, individuals, and charitable organizations of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, both in branch and online. We are committed to fostering strong relationships, supporting local economic growth, and we believe in the power of being an integral part of the community we serve.

Role Description: The Wire Processor will be responsible for understanding and processing bank and client wire transactions and service messages.  This role offers tremendous growth opportunities to learn from other Payments experts in an inclusive, supportive, technology-driven environment.

• Accurately prepare/process all wires (domestic / international / incoming / outgoing) within the Lead Bank appointed time frame
• Prepare incoming and outgoing service messages as received or requested
• Escalate service messages that may require further investigation
• Review and assist in resolving wire related disputes
• Communicate professionally with clients and other Financial Institutions.
• Research and obtain approval to process wires that exceed client limits
• Monitors wires for concerning activity (restricted or high risk countries, missing addresses, unusual activity)
• Communicate with correspondent banking relationships as needed
• Assist with audits and daily/monthly reports
• Process research requests from branches and clients
• Cross train and provide back-up for certain tasks as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Have at least 1-3 years of banking experience 
• Wire processing experience preferred
• Service message experience preferred
• Knowledge of SWIFT messages and the SWIFT network is preferred
• Are action-oriented, with strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Are curious, have humility, are open to learning and approach your work with a growth mindset 
• Thrive working in a fluid environment with high autonomy
• Display exceptional communication skills while offering client support to internal and external clients
• Have strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to make judgements with the information provided

• At Lead, we design our benefits to support company culture and principles, to foster an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to create the conditions for our team to give their best in both work and life
• Competitive compensation based on experience, geographic location, and role
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k Matching, and other wellness benefits, including FSA, HSA and HRA
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible vacation policy, including PTO and paid holidays
• A fun and challenging team environment in a dynamic industry with ample opportunities for career growth 

*Lead Bank is proud to have an inclusive culture committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

*Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

*Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

**Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on geographical market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Zone 1: $70,000 - $83,000 (SF/Bay Area, NYC, Seattle)

Zone 2: $61,000 - $72,000 (Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, Denver, Boston, Washington DC, San Diego, Philadelphia, Portland, Sacramento)

Zone 3: $40,000 - $50,000 (Other US Metros)