Assistant Manager - Trade Sales

Emirates Islamic Bank; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Dubai is seeking a professional to manage trade finance sales, assisting clients with bespoke solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of trade finance experience and a bachelor's degree in finance or business. The role offers a competitive salary package and emphasizes work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Strong emphasis on work-life balance

World-class Learning & Development platform

Generous annual leave entitlement

Private Healthcare

Preferential banking facilities for employees

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in trade finance sales and advisory.
• Additional certifications relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned trade finance sales targets across various products.
• Prepare and deliver product pitches and proposals in coordination with Relationship Managers.
• Maintain strong client relationships to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Ensure transactions comply with internal policies and regulations.

Skills

Trade finance sales

Client relationship management

Market trend analysis

Technical advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or Business

Job description

Job Responsibility

Overall responsibility of complaint management includes:

• Achieve assigned trade finance sales targets across products such as LCs (Letter of Credit), guarantees and supply chain finance.
• Assist in identifying and converting trade opportunities with SME and Corporate clients.
• Prepare and deliver product pitches, proposals, and term sheets in coordination with Relationship Managers.
• Structure bespoke trade solutions aligned with client needs and risk appetite.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers to drive cross-sell and deepen wallet shares.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical advisory on trade finance structures, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure smooth execution of trade transactions in coordination with operations and compliance.
• Stay updated with market trends, regulatory changes, and product innovations.
• Contribute to product development and digitization initiatives within trade finance.
• Ensure all customers and staff queries are attended to in a timely and efficient manner to ensure problem resolution.
• Liaison with FI Relationship Managers for LC confirmations, risk participations, and credit line utilization.
• Ensure transactions are processed within approved credit limits and country exposures.
• Ensure all trade transactions comply with internal policies, UAE Central Bank regulations and international standards.
• Conduct basis due diligence and support KYC documentation for trade clients.
• Monitor operational risks and elevate discrepancies or exceptions promptly.
• Maintain audit readiness and support internal/external reviews.

Job Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business or related field with additional certifications relevant to the position.
• 3-6 years of experience in trade finance sales and advisory

What we offer you

• Competitive salary package
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing across the bank
• World‑class Learning & Development platform and career development
• Generous annual leave entitlement and Private Healthcare
• Preferential banking facilities for employees