Trade Finance Team Lead

1 day ago

Singapore beBeeLeadership Full time $90,000 - $120,000
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Trade Finance professional to lead our Structured Trade Operations team. As a Team Lead, you will be responsible for managing daily Trade Finance transactions, overseeing day-to-day operations, and executing strategic planning on team resources.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage daily Trade Finance transactions authorization and or provide second level check (Import/Export/SBLC issuance)
  • Oversee day-to-day operations, analyze Department processes to improve quality, productivity and efficiency
  • Execute strategic planning on team resources for optimal and operational efficiency
  • Establish duty rosters for processors and authorizers, allocate and distribution Ready-to-process transactions to respective processors at beginning of day
  • Monitor and perform controls on entries reconciliation, investigation and follow-up on ad-hoc matters
  • Responsible for identifying and making right decisions to resolve operational issues and ensure timely escalation to Section Head of STO and HOD
  • Assist Section Head of STO in ad-hoc projects and ensuring that the assigned tasks are completed within stipulated time frame
  • Participate in assigned UAT and LV for system enhancement and implementation
  • Implement effective operational processes and procedures
  • Provide guidance and training to staff to ensure Department SOP, Bank's policies and guidelines are strictly adhered to
  • Lead and motivate team to achieve the Goals (KPI) that have been set
Requirements
  • Degree holder from a recognized University
  • Minimum 10 years working in Trade Finance Operations within a bank, with at least 3 years of experience in managing a team in the Structured and Commodity Finance environment covering all Trade Finance products (Import/Export/SBLC issuance)
  • Good working attitude and positive mindset
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the organization and demands of both internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to make strategic planning for team resources and manage e-Performance
  • Have extensive knowledge in Trade Finance products and regulatory sanction requirements
  • Ability to work effectively and independently as an individual as well as in a team
  • Ability to coach and guide team to ensure Department SOP, Bank's policies and guidelines are adhere to
  • Ability to develop, implement and review policies and procedures
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement on transaction monitoring and escalation of red flags
  • Ability to leverage on MS Office applications (Excel, Words, Power Point)
  • Strong logical and problem-solving skills
  • Conversant & competent in application of UCP600, ISBP, URC522, ISP98, URR725 and Incoterms
  • Proficient in SWIFT messages such as MT7xx, MT4xx, PAC8 and PAC9
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary package and benefits
  • The opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements
About Us

We are a leading financial institution committed to delivering exceptional service and value to our customers and stakeholders.

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