Operations Trade Services Officer-A international banking

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
Reporting to the Operations Head, you will be responsible for processing and managing trade finance transactions, ensuring operational accuracy, regulatory compliance and a high standard of customer service.
  • Join a reputable international banking institution
  • Exposure to a wide range of trade finance products

About Our Client

Our client is an established international bank with a strong presence across multiple markets. The bank provides a comprehensive range of corporate banking, trade finance and treasury solutions to multinational corporations, financial institutions and commercial clients.

Job Description

Key ResponsibilitiesTrade Operations

  • Process Import and Export Letters of Credit (L/C), amendments and confirmations
  • Handle inward and outward collections and settlements
  • Process export bill negotiation and settlement transactions
  • Support bill discounting and trade financing activities
  • Issue bank guarantees and related documentation
  • Calculate transaction fees and support customer billing processes



Transaction Control & Compliance

  • Review transaction documents and customer applications for accuracy
  • Verify signatures and perform operational controls in accordance with procedures
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
  • Support KYC, AML, CFT and sanctions screening processes
  • Monitor outstanding trade transactions and follow up on unpaid items and fees.



Customer & Stakeholder Support

  • Provide timely and professional customer service
  • Liaise with correspondent banks, branches and internal stakeholders
  • Support reporting and operational improvement initiatives
  • Provide operational backup support across related banking operations functions when required



The Successful Applicant

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Banking, Finance, Economics or related disciplines
  • Solid experience within Trade Finance Operations, Trade Services or Banking Operations
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • UCP 600
    • URDG
    • ISP98
    • International Trade Finance Practices
  • Familiarity with SWIFT messaging and banking systems
  • Experience with trade processing platforms is highly desirable
  • Knowledge of accounting principles would be advantageous
  • Strong attention to detail and risk awareness
  • Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously

What's on Offer

What's in It for You

  • International banking platform
  • Comprehensive exposure to trade finance operations
  • Strong operational and technical learning opportunities
  • Collaborative and professional working environment
  • Long-term career development within banking operations



Contact
Junvy Zhang
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7083716
Phone number
+8621 6026 8087

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Back Office - Operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Junvy Zhang
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8087
Job Reference
JN-082026-7083716

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