About this role
Key Responsibilities
- Manage processing of Trade Finance products including:
- Letter of Credit (LC) Issuance, Advising, Amendment, Confirmation & Closure
- Bank Guarantees (BG) Issuance, Amendment & Invocation
- Import & Export Bills Processing
- Collection Bills and Documentary Credits
- Shipping Guarantees and Trade Loans
- Ensure compliance with:
- UCP 600
- ISBP
- URDG
- FEMA Guidelines
- Internal RBI and Bank Policies
- Monitor transaction processing within defined TATs and service levels.
- Handle discrepancy management, client queries, exception approvals, and operational risk issues.
- Liaise with Business, Relationship Managers, Compliance, Treasury, and Branches for smooth transaction execution.
- Conduct periodic process reviews and implement process improvement initiatives.
- Review operational MIS, productivity reports, audit observations, and compliance requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop team members to achieve operational and service excellence.
- Support internal and external audits and ensure closure of observations within timelines.
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduate/Postgraduate in Commerce, Finance, Banking, or related field.
- 6–10 years of experience in Trade Finance Operations.
- Strong knowledge of LCs, BGs, Import/Export transactions, SWIFT messages, and trade regulations.
- Prior team handling experience preferred.
Key Skills
- Trade Finance Operations
- Letter of Credit & Bank Guarantee Processing
- SWIFT Messaging (MT700, MT707, MT760, MT799, etc.)
- FEMA & RBI Guidelines
- Risk & Compliance Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Team Leadership
- Process Improvement & Controls
- MS Excel & MIS Reporting