Trade Operations (Banking)

Trade Operations Executive / Senior Executive

Our client, a well-established bank is seeking to fill the role of trade operations

Job Description

• Process and support end-to-end trade finance transactions, including Letters of Credit (Import/Export), Bank Guarantees, Documentary Collections, and Trade Loans.
• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and within agreed service levels, in compliance with internal policies, UCP 600, ISBP, URDG, ISP98, and regulatory requirements.
• Review trade documents for completeness and discrepancies, liaising with internal stakeholders and customers to resolve issues promptly.
• Process amendments, settlements, reimbursements, and financing related to trade transactions.
• Handle SWIFT messaging and ensure timely execution of trade instructions.
• Perform transaction screening and ensure compliance with AML/CFT, sanctions, and regulatory requirements.
• Support daily reconciliations, reporting, audit requests, and operational risk controls.
• Work closely with Relationship Managers, Operations, Compliance, and external counterparties to ensure seamless transaction processing.
• Participate in system enhancement initiatives, process improvements, and UAT where required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Banking, or a related discipline.
• 2–6 years of Trade Operations or Trade Finance Operations experience within a bank.
• Strong knowledge of trade finance products, including Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Documentary Collections, and Trade Loans.
• Familiarity with UCP 600, ISBP, URDG, ISP98 , SWIFT messaging, and trade finance regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while meeting operational deadlines.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Interested applicants may submit their updated resumevia  ethel.tan@revup-consulting.com   in strictconfidence for consideration.

We also welcome referrals of suitable candidates within yourprofessional network.

Ethel Tan Consultant, Financial Services RevUp Consulting EA Licence No.: 22S1193 EA Registration No.: R2096281 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/etheltansk