Why This Role Matters:
Join our International Banking Operations team and play a role in ensuring smooth and compliant trade finance transactions. This position is essential for maintaining accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in global trade processes while giving you the opportunity to develop expertise in international banking operations.
Job Description
- Examine import/export documents; Bills under Letters of Credit (L/C) and Bills for Collection (B/C) for compliance with UCP 600, ISBP, and URC 522
- Identify discrepancies and coordinate with banks and clients for resolution
- Input and verify data for Inward/Outward Foreign Bills under L/C and B/C including Documents Against Acceptance (D/A) and Documents Against Payment (D/P) in EXIMBILLS system
- Monitor due dates, perform tracer tracking, and manage SWIFT messages (e.g., MT799, MT999) for timely settlement
- Conduct sanction screening against global watchlists (OFAC, US,EU,UK Sanction list, Embargo list)
- Collaborate with internal teams and external banking partners to ensure smooth transaction processing
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, International Trade, or related field
- Minimum 1 year of experience in trade finance or international banking operations preferred
- Strong understanding of trade finance products (L/C, D/A, D/P), and international standards (UCP 600, ISBP, URC 522)
- Proficiency in EXIMBILLS system and SWIFT handling
- Familiarity with sanction screening processes, including checks against OFAC, EU, UN, HMT, and other global watchlists
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in problem-solving
- Good communication skills in English both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
- Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) certification is an advantage
