Trade Finance Officer

Maseera; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Maseera is seeking a detail-oriented Trade Finance Officer in Dubai to manage trade finance transactions, LC issuance and amendments, and related documentary processing. You will coordinate with banks, suppliers, customers, and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes compliance with banking requirements and company policies, monitoring deadlines, and maintaining precise records.

Responsibilities

• Handle trade finance transactions, including Letters of Credit (LCs), bank guarantees, and documentary collections.
• Prepare, review, and process import and export documentation.
• Coordinate with banks, suppliers, customers, and logistics teams regarding trade finance requirements.
• Assist in managing LC issuance, amendments, document presentation, and settlements.
• Follow up on bank payments, transfers, transaction approvals, and outstanding documents.
• Review shipping documents, invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and certificates for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with banking requirements, company policies, and applicable trade regulations.
• Monitor transaction deadlines, payment schedules, and document expiry dates.
• Maintain accurate records of trade finance transactions and prepare reports when required.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies related to trade transactions.
• Support cash flow management and working capital requirements related to import and export activities.
• Liaise with internal finance, procurement, and operations teams to ensure smooth transaction processing.

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Trade Finance Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage trade finance transactions, coordinate with banks and suppliers, and ensure that import and export documentation is accurate and processed on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle trade finance transactions, including Letters of Credit (LCs), bank guarantees, and documentary collections.
• Prepare, review, and process import and export documentation.
• Coordinate with banks, suppliers, customers, and logistics teams regarding trade finance requirements.
• Assist in managing LC issuance, amendments, document presentation, and settlements.
• Follow up on bank payments, transfers, transaction approvals, and outstanding documents.
• Review shipping documents, invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and certificates for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with banking requirements, company policies, and applicable trade regulations.
• Monitor transaction deadlines, payment schedules, and document expiry dates.
• Maintain accurate records of trade finance transactions and prepare reports when required.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies related to trade transactions.
• Support cash flow management and working capital requirements related to import and export activities.
• Liaise with internal finance, procurement, and operations teams to ensure smooth transaction processing.