Join our dynamic team as a Trade and Working Capital Vice President where you'll partner with senior bankers and partner with clients to structure and implement new standby letters of credit and guarantee products and clients. Your expertise will support our clients' trade finance needs, ensuring compliance and risk management.

As a Trade and Working Capital Vice President in our Trade Finance Team, you will lead and navigate the end to end process for Bankers to ensure a smooth experience for both banker and client, ensuring the transactions and facilities and operationally ready for use.

Job responsibilities

Work closely with internal teams, including credit, legal, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of trade finance transactionsManage senior Bankers in guiding clients through complex setup requirementsConduct gap analysis and provide client/banker trainingDevelop and structure standby letters of credit and guarantees tailored to clients' trade finance requirementsConduct thorough risk assessments to ensure the security and viability of trade finance transactionsImplement risk mitigation strategies to protect the interests of both the bank and its clientsBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor for their trade finance needsProvide ongoing support and guidance to clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyaltyEnsure all trade finance transactions comply with relevant regulations and internal policiesPrepare and review documentation related to standby letters of credit and guaranteesMaintain accurate records and generate reports for management and regulatory purposes

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Knowledge of URDG / ISP 98 and UCP 600 Experience in trade financeStrong knowledge of trade finance instruments, risk management, and regulatory complianceExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsExceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationshipsKnowledge of client documentation, credit, and onboarding processes

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Experience in cross-functional collaborationFamiliarity with industry best practices in trade financeAbility to participate in cross-functional projects to enhance trade finance offeringsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to adapt to changing regulations and client needs