Job Summary
Minimum Years of Relevant Experience
A minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience and proven track record in a Commercial / Development Banking or Financial institution environment with sound knowledge of Structured Trade and Commodity Finance Products.
Qualification, Knowledge and Skills
A Masters’ degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking, Finance, or Economics with certification in documentary credit or similar qualification;
Proven track record and experience in documentary credits with ability to process complex trade finance instruments;
Robust knowledge of the regulatory environment in the Bank’s operating region as it relates to Structured Trade and Commodity Finance Products with excellent knowledge of professional and industry standards;
Strong acounting and financial analysis skills;
Results oriented individual with excellent written and communication skills with proven ability to rapidly produce quality reports and ability to work in a multicultural setting;
Proven organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to build partnerships, work in multinational teams, deliver results and management of client relationships;
Proficiency in the use of computer programs including MS Office applications;
Fluency in English is a requirement and further fluency in French or Portuguese will be an added advantage
Responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
Identify and structure suitable transactions/clients and identify suitable counter-parties (collateral managers, trade finance insurers, etc.) and financing partners/agent banks in case of syndication/co-financing;
Actively support Trade Finance Officers and Analysts with respect to financial analysis and due diligence on all transactions to ensure quality control;
Prepare and analyse credit proposals for trade/structured trade finance facilities for funding by the bank;
Establish and maintain strategic relations with clients at senior management level of the Bank’s existing and prospective partners and stakeholders;
Produce periodic technical and financial progress reports on trade finance facilities under their supervision;
Seek new business opportunities in the region to ensure a good pipeline of transactions;
Undertake product development and marketing initiatives and develop client base using contacts, experience and relationship to pursue trade finance opportunities;
Prepare board papers, ALCO reports, and partake as a member of committees/taskforce;
Provide support to middle office operations including documentary credit review.
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