Senior Trade Finance Advisor

• responsible for structuring, analyzing, and supporting trade finance solutions for commercial clients
• core focus on Commercial Letters of Credit (LCs), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs), and Export-Import (EXIM) loan facilities
• partner closely with relationship managers, credit teams, and operations to deliver tailored solutions
• advise corporate and commercial clients on trade finance solutions
• structure transaction solutions aligned with client trade flows, risk profiles, and regulatory requirements
• identify opportunities to deepen client relationships
• coordinate end-to-end execution of LC issuance, amendments, document negotiation, and settlements
• support SBLC structuring, issuance, renewals, and compliance monitoring
• assist in the origination and processing of EXIM-backed or trade-related loan facilities
• evaluate transaction risks including country risk, counterparty risk, and document risk
• ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks and industry rules
• collaborate with credit and compliance teams on approvals and documentation
• partner with Relationship Managers to support deal origination and client development
• support credit underwriting teams with transaction structures and risk mitigation analysis
• provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on trade finance products
• stay current on global trade finance trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions
• contribute to product development initiatives for trade finance offerings
• support process improvements and digitization initiatives in trade finance operations

Requirements

• 6+ years of related experience in Trade Finance, International Banking or Commercial Banking or similar field
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services
• Intermediate knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices
• Intermediate knowledge in credit/lending underwriting is preferred
• Working knowledge of international trade regulations and governing rules (UCP 600, ISP98)
• Intermediate to advanced analytical, problem solving, and risk assessment skills
• Advanced speaking and writing communication skills
• Occasional travel required

Hard Skills

• trade finance solutions
• Commercial Letters of Credit
• Standby Letters of Credit
• Export-Import loan facilities
• transaction structuring
• risk assessment
• credit underwriting
• regulatory compliance
• document negotiation
• process improvements

Soft Skills

• analytical skills
• problem solving
• communication skills
• relationship management
• client development
• team collaboration
• training and guidance
• risk mitigation
• organizational skills
• adaptability