Analyst/Senior Analyst - Trade Finance Group (Structured Trade Operations)

Company description:

SMBC first opened its doors for business in Singapore in 1963. The Singapore branch was established as our hub in Asia Pacific outside of Japan in 2008 to support the growth and expansion of our customers in and across the region.

SMBC Singapore provides a comprehensive range of wholesale banking solutions as a full commercial bank in Singapore.

In 2023, we are honored to celebrate 60 years of business excellence in Singapore, the heart of our business in Asia Pacific. We continue to embark on our journey with our stakeholders towards a sustainable future.

Job description:

Responsibilities

Process daily trade transactions in a timely and accurate manner within service level agreement

Perform pre-processing review of customers’ submissions and conduct documentary checks

Ensure that regulatory, bank’s policies, guidelines, control and compliance requirements are strictly adhered to

Complete daily reconciliation activities and prepare reports to internal stakeholders and/or customers

Liaise with client on updating transaction statuses and support addressing transaction related queries

Contribute to various process improvements and other projects as allocated

Requirements

Graduate, preferably in Banking & Finance

Knowledge of UCP, ISBP, URC, ISP, URDG is preferred

At least 2-3 years of trade operations experience, covering all imports and exports products

Self-starter who can work effectively in a team setting

Candidates with lesser relevant experience may be considered for the analyst role

Ability to manage daily operations with strong risk awareness, analytical and problem-solving skills

Good interpersonal skills, decisive in communications

Resilient and flexible in challenging circumstances