Commercial Assistant

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 commercial assistant will be responsible for assisting the head of sales in managing commercial activities across the region. This includes preparing proposals, coordinating meetings and events, maintaining customer databases, and providing general administrative support to ensure smooth operations of the sales team. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Responsibilities:
• Support the head of sales in managing commercial activities across the region.
• Prepare proposals and quotations for customers as needed.
• Coordinate meetings and events, including scheduling, venue selection, catering arrangements, and agenda planning.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, including meeting notes and follow-up actions.
• Manage customer databases by updating contact information, tracking leads, and generating reports on customer activity.
• Provide general administrative support to the sales team, including document preparation, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.

Job Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Proven experience in administrative roles, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with CRM software such as Salesforce is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative while also being a team player.
• Knowledge of financial processes and procedures is a plus.

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 yourself

We 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.