Job Description
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.CDCS (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist) certification is an advantage.Minimum of 7-8 years of experience in trade finance operations.In-depth knowledge of ICC rules (UCP600, URC522, ISBP, URDG758) and familiarity with Incoterms is a plus.Fluent in written and spoken English.Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.Responsibility and AccountabilitiesPerform and report financial operations related to trade finance.Communicate and coordinate with banks, managing all trade finance operations, including loan processes.Issue Letters of Credit (LCs), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs), Letters of Guarantee (LGs), and Tender/Performance Bonds.Negotiate preferential terms and conditions with banks.Check and review documents negotiated under LCs to ensure compliance.Verify bank charges associated with financed transactions.Follow up on payments for transactions and ensure all related documentation is accurate and complete.Enter required information in the system and update the files regularlyEnsure compliance with sanctions, anti-money laundering and KTC requirements in trade finance operations
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