Senior Officer , Trade Operations

Role Overview: As a Commodities Specialist at Standard Chartered, you will play a crucial role in supporting the trade documentary processes by accurately preparing, reviewing, and maintaining commodity-related documentation. Your expertise will aid in strategic decision-making and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality service to customers. You will be an integral part of the Trade Documentary team within the Transformation, Technology, and Operations function. Key Responsibilities: - Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality services, surpassing customer expectations, and working accurately and efficiently, demonstrating good business processes and sound judgment. - Provide subject matter expertise and support to internal stakeholders. - Ensure transactions are handled within the allocated approved limits continuously. - Understand workflows and processes, prioritizing transactions based on business and client requests. - Maintain process documentation, including workflow diagrams, department operating instructions, and process manuals. - Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk. Qualifications Required: - Significant prior experience in trade finance operations within a banking or financial institution. - Experience in document checking under a letter of credit. - Knowledge of sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML). - Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS) certification is preferred. - Strong understanding of Trade Finance products, including export negotiations, guarantees, and documentary collections. - Knowledge of international trade rules and practices, including UCP600, ISP98, ISBP745, and URC522. - Familiarity with Trade Finance systems and technologies. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. About Standard Chartered: Standard Chartered is an international bank with a rich history of over 170 years, committed to making a positive difference for clients, communities, and employees. They encourage questioning the status quo, embracing challenges, and seeking opportunities for growth and improvement. The organization values diversity, inclusion, and innovation, striving to drive commerce and prosperity through unique talents and behaviors. By joining Standard Chartered, you can expect core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, flexible working options, proactive well-being support, continuous learning opportunities, and an inclusive and values-driven culture that celebrates diversity and empowers individuals to reach their full potential.,