Job details
For one of our clients, an international soft commodity trading company with a presence in Geneva, we are currently recruiting a Trade Finance Officer. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic and ambitious individual with a minimum of 5 years of experience in trade finance, looking to take on new challenges and grow within a fast-paced environment.
Your mission :
- Manage and administer trade finance operations, including the negotiation and follow-up of Letters of Credit (LCs), Standby LCs, bank guarantees, and other instruments
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with banking partners, negotiate credit lines, and ensure their proper utilization
- Act as the key point of contact with credit insurance providers; follow up on guarantees and manage risk exposure
- Support the treasury function and contribute to structured trade finance activities
- Monitor banking positions, interests, and charges; ensure timely execution of payments
- Liaise with internal stakeholders (Operations, Accounting, Management) to ensure transaction accuracy and compliance
- Produce financial reporting and analysis as required
Your profile:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in trade finance within a trading company or banking environment
- Solid understanding of trade finance instruments, and treasury operations; deep knowledge to transaction financing is a must
- Experience with agricultural or soft commodities is a plus, but not mandatory
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, particularly in managing banking relationships
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to take initiative in a demanding and fast-moving environment
The offer:
- A challenging role within a well-established trading company with international exposure
- A dynamic, collaborative, and growing environment where your contribution makes a real impact
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