Representative - Turkey

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a candidate to support the Chief Representative by managing client information and facilitating trade finance deals. The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a related field, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and be skilled in data analysis and stakeholder communication. Strong Excel skills are a must.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Familiar with banking industry practices.
• Ability to operate effectively in a global firm.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client and deals database.
• Assist in implementing business development plan.
• Contact prospective clients for trade finance needs.
• Prepare deal tracking and other reports.

Skills

Local and regional knowledge

Strong Excel and technology skills

Strong data analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Effective stakeholder communication

Cultural awareness

Education

BA/BS degree in Economics, Finance or Accounting

MBA or CFA

Job description

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

To Support Chief Representative (CR) by tracking, investigating, and reporting deals and client's information, intermediating with the Head Office.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintain client and deals database by inputting all necessary information
• Assist CR in implementing the strategic plan for business development and origination of deals
• Contact prospective clients to understand their east -west corridor trade finance need and propose solutions directly and through local banks on the key client list
• Updated CR BU consolidating, analysing and forwarding daily action summaries
• Resolves deals pending issues or problems by investigating data and history , and notifying CR, HO counterparties and customers
• Provides products, quotes, and pricing information by clarifying customer request; selecting appropriate information, forwarding information; answering questions
• Provide actual vs projected results by preparing and forwarding deal tracking reports and any other reports requested by HO
• Maintains customer database by inputting customer profile and updated, preparing and distributing monthly reports
• Prepares deals proposals and presentations by compiling and analysing data, developing presentation formats and materials
• Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Accomplishes department and organization mission by completing related results as needed

Qualifications

• Good local and regional knowledge
• BA/BS degree in related fields (Economics, Finance or Accounting); MBA or CFA is highly preferred
• Familiar with banking industry practices, guidelines and code of conduct
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience
• Ability to operate effectively within a global firm, balancing independence with strong stakeholder communication and a solid control environment
• Strong Excel and technology skills
• Strong data analytical skills and comfortable with voluminous data
• Work well under pressure with ability to meet tight timelines
• Comfortable interacting with people from different culture and background