We are seeking a
Trade Finance Executive
on a 1-year contract to support end-to-end trade financing activities in a fast-paced commodities environment. This role works closely with internal teams, traders, and banking partners to ensure smooth execution of trade transactions while maintaining compliance with contractual and financial requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate with operations, trading teams, and financial institutions to manage trade finance instruments, including letters of credit (L/Cs), standby L/Cs, and financing arrangements.
Ensure accuracy and compliance of trade documentation with sales and purchase contracts.
Monitor ongoing trades and escalate issues promptly to relevant stakeholders.
Manage relationships with banking partners — covering RMAs, confirmations, discounting quotes, credit facilities, operational matters, issue resolution, mandate maintenance and KYC requirements — while building strong, effective working relationships with external banking stakeholders
Prepare monthly and annual financing plans for assigned trades.
Support ongoing process improvement projects.
Requirements
Minimum 4 years of relevant trade finance experience, ideally with a commodity firm
Solid understanding of trade finance products and financial terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Treasury Management systems/applications.
Strong attention to detail, proactive, and able to perform under pressure.
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
Able to prioritise and multi-task in a dynamic work environment.
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