Treasury Manager/Senior Treasury Analyst - Trade Finance

CBRE; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in commercial real estate is seeking an experienced Treasury Manager/Senior Treasury Analyst in London. The role involves leading Bank Guarantee activities, managing cash positions, and providing expert support for Treasury operations across EMEA. Ideal candidates will have experience with Guarantees and Letters of Credit, a finance-related degree, and strong communication skills. This position offers growth within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with Guarantees and Letters of Credit.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or equivalent.
• Certified Treasury Professional credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the issuance of guarantees within EMEA.
• Support the issuance of guarantees across various lines of business.
• Maintain guarantee register and provide management reports.

Skills

Experience with Guarantees and Letters of Credit

Banking operations experience

Strong organisational and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics

Tools

Treasury Management System (FIS Integrity)

Online banking systems (HSBC, Bank of America, etc.)

Job description

About the Role

CBRE's Treasury team is growing and are seeking an experienced Treasury Manager/Senior Treasury Analyst to join our UK team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Bank Guarantee / Letter of Credit activities which is critical to supporting the company's day-to-day business activities across the EMEA region. In addition, you will be responsible for assisting with cash management activities, ensuring daily liquidity for global entities, global funding, and providing expert Treasury support to the EMEA region, facilitating seamless day-to-day operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead the issuance of guarantees within EMEA, including, but not limited to Parental Guarantees / Bid Bonds / Letters of Credits / Maintenance Guarantees / Payment Guarantees / Performance Guarantees and Rental Guarantees.
• Work closely with the various lines of business across EMEA, including Legal and Finance Leadership, to support the issuance of guarantees.
• Liaise with banking partners to issues Guarantees in support of contracts.
• Maintain the Guarantee register and provide reporting as required by Management.
• Actively manage the Credit Facilities which underpin the guarantee issuance.
• Be the subject matter expert and liaison point in all matters Guarantee related for the Business and the Banks providing the support.
• Actively working with controllers in numerous locations across EMEA to manage centralised cash flow forecasting and the analysis and verification of information provided within the forecasts.
• Assist Treasury Director to implement/maintain banking services to improve the efficiency of cash collection and disbursement.
• Ensure accurate daily management of EMEA cash position, implement improvements to processes and challenge assumptions.
• Provide support in monitoring the cash flows, financial risk, identify improvements/efficiencies, and provide additional value-added services.
• Partner with other regional treasury teams to address and improve compliance with Treasury Procedures.
• Assist with short term cash forecasts and related processes.
• Support Treasury Services systems-related and cash-management process-related projects.
• Acts as liaison between bank and users of various banking products to ensure and maintain optimal service.
• Assist with analysing various scenarios and risks.
• Completes special projects to enhance other capital initiatives as assigned.
• Supports Treasury Director and team in all Treasury matters as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What You'll Need

• Experience of working with Guarantees and Letters of Credit, either issuance, or management for a large multinational corporate, with experience across EMEA / Global.
• Experience of working in banking operations and/or treasury experience.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in finance, accounting, economics or equivalent.
• Certified Treasury Professional credential preferred.
• Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with bank services. Ability to navigate within bank online systems (HSBC, Bank of America, ING, Citibank are a plus).
• Knowledge of Treasury Management System (FIS Integrity) would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and analytical skills.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realise your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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