Trade Finance Officer at Trade and Development Bank (TDB)

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.