Senior Officer, Trade Ops (Bank/Shipping docs/ Maker+Checker, $6.5k)(ID: 708308)

Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt and accurate issuance of Import Letters of Credit and amendments.
• Handle processing of Export Letters of Credit, advising, amendments, and confirmations.
• Manage inward and outward collection processes, as well as settlements.
• Calculate transaction fees and generate billing for customers.
• Process export bill negotiations and settlements, along with Bills Discounting and Forfaiting.
• Follow up on unpaid bills and outstanding fees.
• Make payments to customers as per instructions.
• Report on Trade activities and manage related tasks as required.
• Issue Banker’s Guarantees as necessary.
• Assess market prices of goods to determine if further information is warranted.
• Check Trade Import/Export documents as a primary or secondary checker.
• Verify customer application forms for accuracy and compliance before processing.
• Ensure management approval for transactions requiring bank commitments.
• Credit payments for outstanding items to nostro accounts with appropriate value.
• Scan, file, and settle documents accurately, ensuring no discrepancies.
• Maintain compliance with regulations during processing, including Vessel Tracking systems.
• Assume additional roles as new product lines are introduced.
• Enhance processing efficiency to reduce delivery times to customers.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while following branch policies and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Banking, Finance, Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in Trade Finance operations within a bank or financial institution.
• Proficient understanding of Trade Finance products, including Import/Export Letters of Credit, collections, Banker's Guarantees, and associated financial instruments.
• Strong knowledge of international trade documentation and document checking protocols.
• Experience with Trade Finance processing systems such as Eximbills, SWIFT, or other trade operations platforms is preferred.

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