Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations

First Abu Dhabi Bank; United Arab Emirates; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank is seeking a Trade Finance Officer for its Centralised Operations team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This critical role focuses on processing trade finance transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering exceptional service. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience in trade finance within a banking environment.

Benefits

Structured career development programs

Competitive compensation aligned with experience

Access to global best practices in trade finance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in trade finance operations.
• Strong understanding of ICC rules and trade documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end trade finance transactions including Letters of Credit.
• Ensure compliance with ICC rules and internal SOPs.
• Monitor service level adherence and maintain operational efficiency.

Skills

Trade documentation

ICC rules

Risk controls

MS Office

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

CITF certification

Job description

Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations

Bachelor of Business Administration(Management)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Title
Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations
Job Description
Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations

Job Overview
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE s largest financial institution, is seeking a Trade Finance Officer to join its Centralised Operations team. This role is essential in delivering accurate and timely processing of trade finance transactions while ensuring strict adherence to internal policies, compliance standards, and ICC regulations.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Banking
Function: Accounting / Auditing
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview
As a Trade Finance Officer within FAB s Business Support Group, you will manage high-volume trade transactions for Wholesale and Consumer Banking clients. You will be responsible for processing, documentation, and risk oversight in accordance with global trade finance standards and internal operating procedures, contributing to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

* Execute end-to-end trade finance transactions including Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Collections, and Trade Loans
* Ensure adherence to ICC rules (UCP600, URC522, URDG758, ISBP, etc.), local laws, and internal SOPs
* Maintain zero operational loss, income leakage, or high-risk errors
* Monitor TAT and achieve 95% or higher adherence to service level standards
* Deliver customer-focused service by maintaining a complaint-free, efficient processing environment
* Participate in internal audits and ensure nil breaches in compliance, reconciliations, and policy adherence
* Identify process improvements and contribute to departmental efficiency initiatives
* Support cross-functional desks as needed to maintain business continuity
* Handle documentation related to trade products including shipping, insurance, and IMB procedures
* Maintain updated knowledge of Incoterms 2010 and international banking regulations

Job Requirements

* Bachelor s degree in any discipline; CITF certification preferred
* Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in trade finance operations within a bank
* Strong understanding of trade documentation, ICC rules, and risk controls
* Familiarity with core banking systems and digital workflows
* Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access) and analytical tools
* Strong communication, presentation, and analytical thinking skills
* Knowledge of SWIFT messaging and insurance-related trade processes is an advantage

What We Offer

* Opportunity to grow within one of the world s safest financial institutions
* Structured career development programs and cross-functional exposure
* Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance
* Access to global best practices in trade finance and banking operations

Company Industry

• Banking
• Broking

Department / Functional Area

• Finance
• Treasury

Keywords

• Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations

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