Jobs, fresher vacancy - Trade Finance Operations 6-9 Months FTC • UK

Company: Crown Agents Bank

UK

Job DescriptionJob Purpose: Trade Finance Operations Join Our High-Growth Team Driving Global Trade SolutionsAre you ready to take the next step in your Trade Finance career? Due to rapid growth and increased demand, we are expanding our Trade Finance Operations Team and seeking a temp for 6 – 9 months who is passionate about international trade and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in the full lifecycle of Trade Finance instruments -spanning both primary and secondary markets, and across our comprehensive product suite. From day one, you’ll be empowered to make impact, grow your expertise, and contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that supports global commerce. As part of our collaborative and high-performing team, you’ll gain end-to-end exposure to Trade Finance operations, offering a unique chance to develop deep product knowledge and enhance your career trajectory within a thriving business segment.We are looking for individuals who bring hands-on experience in Trade Finance products and operations, a strong sense of ownership, and the ambition to grow and innovate within a market-leading team. Why join us? ✅ Work at the heart of trade operations ✅ Expand your expertise across diverse Trade Finance instruments ✅ Be part of a growing, supportive, and collaborative team ✅ Gain exposure to both primary and secondary market activities ✅ Build a long-term future with opportunities for progression Participate in the entire lifecycle of Trade Finance products, including:Oversee the end-to-end processing and management of loans, from initiation to closure, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with internal and regulatory requirements.Maintain accurate clients and loan-related data in internal systems, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.Perform day-to-day tasks related to loan drawdowns, repayments, rollovers, rate fixing, and fee management, particularly for syndicated loans.Monitor loan portfolios, processing payments, and ensuring that overdue balances, fees, and charges are followed up in line with bank policy.Demonstrate hands-on expertise in forfaiting and in the execution of syndicated loan transactions, with an emphasis on effective risk distribution.Evaluate, process, and systematically maintain documentation related to risk participation and loan facilities.Draft and review offer and acceptances in accordance with Master Risk Participation Agreements (MRPA) for executing secondary market loan transactions. Perform end-to-end processing of Export Letters of Credit (L/C), ensuring accurate and timely execution throughout the entire lifecycle.Conduct thorough document examinations (both first and second checks) to verify compliance and highlight discrepancies.Process reimbursement claims and ensure timely settlement of payments related to trade transactions.Respond efficiently to both internal and external inquiries, providing clear and professional support.Perform end to end processing of guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs), iReview L/C and guarantee drafts to ensure alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements.Perform regular reconciliation of accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.Deliver timely and effective responses to all queries, ensuring excellent service levels for both colleagues and clients.Take a proactive approach in optimizing team workflows, supporting comprehensive audit trails and meticulous record-keeping practices.Ensure management information (MI) reports are accurately prepared and consistently updated.Apply a thorough understanding of trade-based money laundering risks, recognising potential red flags and escalating suspicious transactions as appropriate.