Trade Finance Assistant

Our client, a prestigious International Bank based in the West End are looking to recruit a Trade Finance Assistant to join their expanding Operations department.

Main responsibilities will include;

• L/C Document checking - 1st or 2nd checking within given limits. Registering of documents received
• Acceptance or Rejection of documents - preparation of notification advices by mail or swift MT734/750. DPB
• Preparation of Import L/C Issuance and amendments - calculation of charges, completion of folders
• Preparation of Export L/C Advising and amendments - calculation of charges, completion of folders
• Expired Report - Take/claim charges if necessary and close files

• Input and complete transactions relative to specific team
• Ensure timely processing of SWIFT, telephonic, mail and fax instructions/queries from customers, correspondents and principals.
• Ensure Ticklers in place with regards to chasing of acceptance of discrepancies/Payments/Queries.
• Ensure timely chasing of outstanding items as identified on daily tickler/tracer reports.
• General Job related services including despatch of correspondence, export/ import and collection documentation, photocopying and filing.
• Swift verification
• Advising and assisting customers in all matters relative to respective team.
• Keeping up to date with current AML / KYC and Fraud prevention legislation.

Ideal candidates must have the following experience/skills;

• Education : Minimum A Level educated , CDCS qualified
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience gained within another financial institution
• Knowledge of Trade Finance banking
• Excellent interpersonal communication and interaction skills;
• Good written and verbal skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good overall knowledge and understanding of banking operations and role requirements
• Ability to be able to deal confidently with the highest levels of bank staff.
• Good systems and soft skills including general Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.