Team Lead - Trade Finance
External
Saitech · The Crescent @ Kallang, SingaporeS$108K–S$120K/yrFull-timeUnknownToday
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Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the Trade Finance team to deliver effective support for import/export and structured trade transactions
- Structure, execute, and monitor Letters of Credit (LCs), Bank Guarantees (BGs), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs), receivables financing, and supply chain finance to optimize working capital
- Negotiate with banks to secure favorable trade finance terms and conditions
- Ensure all trade finance activities comply with UCP 600, ISBP, and relevant regulatory guidelines
- Collaborate with Traders, Shipping & Chartering, and Accounts teams to streamline trade finance processes
- Communicate trade finance strategies and updates clearly to internal stakeholders and external partners
- Required competencies and certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing trade finance operations and teams
- Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with cross-functional teams and external parties
- Other Information
- WORKING DAYS
- 5 days work week; Mondays - Fridays
Benefits
S$9,000-S$10,000 (open for negotiations)WORK LOCATIONRaffles PlaceAPPLICATIONInterested candidates may email their resume in MSWord format to jobs@saitech.com.sgPlease include current & expected salary and notice periodJob posted byBhanu RajanSaitech InternationalEA Regn R1106079
Additional Information
Company Overview The client is a company trading steel, energy raw materials, machinery, and equipment, supporting import/export and structured trade transactions in Singapore. Job Summary Lead and manage the Trade Finance function to support the company's import/export, working capital, and structured trade transactions. Responsible for structuring, executing, and monitoring LCs, BGs, SBLCs, receivables financing, supply chain finance, and bank negotiations, while ensuring compliance with UCP 600, ISBP, and regulatory guidelines.
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