Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, or a related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA is a plus., At least 5 years of experience in trade finance, lending, or commercial banking, with exposure to import/export transactions., Strong knowledge of trade finance instruments, credit facilities, and international payment mechanisms., Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills..

Key responsibilities:

Structure, process, and monitor trade finance transactions such as Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees.

Act as a liaison between internal departments, banks, and international clients for trade-related transactions.

Evaluate and recommend financing solutions for import/export operations and working capital needs.

Ensure timely preparation of trade finance documentation and monitor compliance with financial regulations.

Job description

Job Title: Finance Trade Manager

Work Setup: Remote

Department: Finance / Trade Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are urgently hiring a Finance Trade Manager to oversee and manage international trade finance activities, with a strong focus on risk mitigation, documentation, and client relations. The ideal candidate will come from a banking, lending, or import/export background and will bring deep expertise in managing trade finance instruments and cross-border transactions. It will be mostly focused on 80% business development and 20% operational functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Structure, process, and monitor trade finance transactions (e.g., Letters of Credit, Standby LCs, Bank Guarantees, Trust Receipts, etc.)
Serve as a key liaison between internal departments, banks, and international clients/suppliers for trade-related transactions.
Evaluate and recommend financing solutions to support import/export operations and working capital needs.
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of trade finance documentation.
Monitor credit exposure, transaction risks, and compliance with financial regulations (KYC, AML, BSP regulations, etc.)
Provide financial analysis, forecasts, and reports related to trade and lending portfolios.
Stay updated with global trade and banking regulations affecting cross-border business.
Attend international meetings or trade-related client visits, when required.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, or a related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA is an advantage.
At least 5 years of experience in trade finance, lending, or commercial banking, ideally with exposure to import/export transactions.
Strong working knowledge of trade finance instruments, credit facilities, and international payment mechanisms.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficient in trade documentation and compliance regulations.
Willingness to travel internationally on occasion to meet with clients or banking partners.
Strong network with local and international banks is a plus
Familiarity with UCP600, ISBP, and Incoterms

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