Head of Trade Finance

1 day ago

Singapore Selby Jennings Full time
Head of Trade Finance - Oil & Gas Trading House Responsibilities
  • Lead the structuring and execution of trade finance instruments including Letters of Credit (LCs), Standby LCs, Bank Guarantees, and Documentary Collections.
  • Design financing solutions tailored to complex oil & gas trading flows across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Oversee trade finance documentation and ensure compliance with international standards and internal controls.
  • Cultivate and manage relationships with global and regional banks to secure competitive financing terms and adequate credit lines.
  • Act as the primary liaison between the company and financial institutions for all trade finance matters.
  • Collaborate with trading, operations, and treasury teams to align financing strategies with commercial objectives.
  • Monitor counterparty credit exposure and ensure robust risk mitigation practices.
  • Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements including AML, KYC, and sanctions.
  • Work closely with legal and compliance teams to assess and manage contractual and operational risks.
  • Lead and mentor a team of trade finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Provide regular reporting on trade finance utilization, cost efficiency, and risk metrics to senior management.
  • Stay abreast of market developments, regulatory changes, and emerging financing structures.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.
  • Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in trade finance, with a strong track record in commodity or energy trading, or banking trade finance operations.
  • Deep understanding of trade finance instruments, banking operations, and commodity trading flows.
  • Strong knowledge of UCP 600, ISBP, Incoterms, and other trade-related standards.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in trade finance systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and documentation platforms.
Seniority level
  • Director
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Finance
  • Industries

Note: This posting reflects a senior leadership role in energy trading finance and may include additional regional postings related to Asia and global trade finance leadership.

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