Trade & Structured Finance Manager

Torq Commodities; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic trading group based in Greater London is seeking a Trade & Structured Finance Manager to develop global banking and trade finance relationships. You will create trade finance solutions to support international commodity trading and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have 10–12 years of experience in Trade Finance and excellent negotiation skills. This role offers the chance to lead a new Trade Finance function and access to senior management in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead a new function

Exposure to global markets

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–12 years of relevant experience in Trade Finance, Corporate Banking, or Commodity Finance.
• Proven track record in originating and managing trade finance relationships.
• Strong understanding of risk mitigation tools and commodity value chain financing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new banking and trade finance relationships globally.
• Negotiate credit lines and structured trade finance facilities.
• Ensure financing transactions adhere to KYC/AML regulations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Structured trade finance instruments

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

The Trade & Structured Finance Manager will be responsible for developing and managing global banking and trade finance relationships to support the company’s international commodity trading activities. This role requires a seasoned finance professional with a deep understanding of structured trade finance instruments, credit risk, and cross-border transactions. The position offers the opportunity to build and scale a strategic trade finance function within a fast-growing, entrepreneurial trading group.

Key Responsibilities

Banking & Trade Finance Origination

• Identify, develop, and onboard new banking and trade finance relationships globally.
• Negotiate and secure credit lines, structured trade finance facilities, discounting lines, and FX limits to support commodity trading operations.
• Expand and strengthen relationships with existing financial partners.

Structuring & Execution

• Develop and execute trade finance structures including LCs, SBLCs, receivable discounting, back-to-back, and prepayment structures.
• Coordinate with internal trading, risk, treasury, and legal teams to ensure optimal deal structuring and compliance with company policies.
• Liaise with banks, insurers, and trade finance funds to structure tailored financing solutions for key transactions.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure all financing and trade transactions adhere to internal risk policies, KYC/AML regulations, and international compliance standards.
• Collaborate with insurance partners to secure credit and performance risk cover where necessary.

Strategic Development

• Play a key role in developing and scaling the company’s Trade Finance Division in coordination with global offices.
• Build and lead a small, high-performing team as the function expands.
• Monitor global trade finance trends, interest rate movements, and market developments to recommend innovative funding solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–12 years of relevant experience in Trade Finance, Corporate Banking, or Commodity Finance.
• Proven track record in originating and managing trade finance relationships with global or regional banks, DFIs, and alternative credit providers.
• Strong understanding of structured trade finance instruments, risk mitigation tools, and commodity value chain financing.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work effectively across jurisdictions and collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, legal, trading).
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive attitude, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, international

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape and lead a newly established Trade Finance function within a dynamic and growing trading group.
• Exposure to global commodity markets and international banking networks.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with direct access to senior management and decision-making.