Trade Manager (Banking & Trade Finance)

About the role

The Trade Manager will lead all trade finance and banking activities related to the company’s import operations. This position ensures smooth processing of letters of credit, foreign exchange transactions, and banking relationships while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage trade finance instruments such as Sight LCs, Usance LCs, and bank guarantees.
• Coordinate with banks for LC issuance, amendments, settlements, and import payments.
• Handle foreign exchange (FX) transactions and ensure timely import remittances.
• Ensure compliance with SROs, State Bank regulations, import policies, and other trade‑related requirements.
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with commercial banks and financial institutions.
• Review trade finance documentation, resolve banking discrepancies, and prepare accurate trade reports.
• Stay updated on changes in trade regulations, FX policies, and banking practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or related field (MBA or professional certification a plus).
• 5–8 years of experience in Trade Finance, Banking, or Import Trade Operations.
• Proven hands‑on experience with trade finance instruments and import‑related financial transactions.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Sight LCs, Usance LCs and bank guarantees.
• Experience with foreign exchange (FX) transactions.
• Understanding of banking operations and trade documentation.
• Familiarity with SROs, State Bank regulations and import policies.