Job details
For one of our clients, a well-established bank based in Zurich, we are looking for a Senior Relationship Manager specializing in Commodity Trade Finance (CTF) to join their team.
Your mission:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of clients within Commodity Trade Finance
- Develop long-term client relationships while identifying new business opportunities
- Structure and review credit facilities aligned with client needs and bank strategy
- Prepare and present credit applications to Risk and Credit Committee
- Monitor financial and non-financial risks, including compliance aspects
- Ensure adherence to Swiss and cross-border regulatory requirements
- Promote cross-selling of banking products and services
Your profile:
- University degree in Economics, Finance, or equivalent
- 7–10 years of experience in Commodity Trade Finance, including at least 5 years in a Relationship Manager role
- Strong technical expertise in CTF, ideally with multi-commodity exposure
- Solid understanding of corporate banking products and risk structuring
- Commercial mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Fluent in English and German; French is a plus
- Valid Swiss/EU passport or Swiss work permit
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