Trade Finance Operations Specialist

Trade Finance Operations Specialist

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Trade Finance professionals with strong expertise in Trade Finance Operations. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in processing and verifying trade finance transactions, ensuring compliance with international banking regulations, and delivering high-quality operational support across trade products.

The role requires extensive knowledge of Letters of Credit, Documentary Collections, Bank Guarantees, Payments, and trade document scrutiny within a fast-paced banking or captive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage Trade Finance transactions accurately and within defined SLAs.
• Perform detailed document checking and verification of Letters of Credit (LCs).
• Handle Import and Export Letters of Credit processing.
• Manage Documentary Collections and associated trade documentation.
• Process and vet Bank Guarantees and related amendments.
• Handle trade-related payments and settlements.
• Ensure compliance with UCP 600, ISBP, URDG, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify discrepancies in trade documents and communicate findings efficiently.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, correspondent banks, and customers for transaction completion.
• Support operational excellence initiatives and process improvement programs.
• Maintain high standards of risk management, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.

Must-Have Skills

• Strong experience in Letter of Credit (Import & Export LC Processing)
• Document Checking / Scrutiny
• Guarantees Processing and Vetting
• Documentary Collection Processing
• Trade Finance Payments Processing
• End-to-end understanding of Trade Finance Operations
• Experience working in banking, captive centers, or trade finance shared services environments

Good-to-Have Skills

• CDCS (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist)
• CSDG (Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees)
• Knowledge of SWIFT messaging related to Trade Finance
• Exposure to global banking operations and international trade regulations

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 3 to 10 years of relevant Trade Finance Operations experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-volume operational environment.
• Knowledge of international trade rules and banking regulations.
• Willingness to support business-critical operations and client requirements.