Job vacancy - Trade Finance Specialist

Position: Trade Finance Specialist
Reference: acsEtradfin
Location: City of London
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
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Job Title: Trade Finance Specialist

Do you have previous experience in a Letter of Credit and Bank Guarantee processing role? This is a hands-on position where you can excel in an environment that embraces teamwork, change and flexibility. This is a 12-month fixed term contract. Please note, this role is based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex and would suit someone who is looking to get away from their London commute.

Summary:

This role is essential for processing the increased volume of Letters of Credit and ensuring that the business maintains a positive cashflow. In addition, Bank Guarantees are issued in favour of customers which also require expert processing skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Support Senior Letter of Credit Specialist in the day-to-day operation of the LC Department
  • Promote Letter of Credit best practice in order to maximise opportunities to improve payment risks and cash flow
  • To ensure good cooperation and quick response times
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders/working partners
  • Effectively communicate with and influence external stakeholders/working partners to cooperate and to meet critical deadlines
  • Work with a very high degree of accuracy to achieve compliant LC presentations
  • Agree wording, issue, monitor and maintain Bank Guarantees

Requirements:

  • Education level - A Levels, AAT, ACCA Level 1, CIMA Stage 1
  • Relevant previous experience of 3 years in a Letter of Credit and Bank Guarantee processing role
  • Knowledge of shipping, Incoterms 2010, SAP or similar accounting system
  • Experience of using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high degree of attention to detail
  • Ability to create business relationships with clients, advising and issuing banks

ACS are recruiting for a Trade Finance Specialist. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Trade Finance Specialist please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Trade Finance Specialist. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Trade Finance Specialist with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Trade Finance Specialist role you desire.