Vice President, Trade Finance Operations & Optimization

DZ Bank AG Hong Kong Branch

Hong Kong

On-site

HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

DZ Bank AG Hong Kong Branch is seeking a seasoned Trade Finance Operations Leader to oversee daily operations and drive process optimization, digitization and system enhancements in collaboration with business, compliance and technology teams.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor's in Finance, Economics or Banking, and at least 10 years in trade finance operations with 3 years in supervision. Strong risk awareness and a commitment to service quality are essential.

Qualifications

Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Banking or a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in trade finance operations, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or checker capacity.
Passionate about enhancing service quality
Passionate about creating a strong risk and control culture.

Responsibilities

Register transactions and input data through Documentary Business System and other IT applications
Check / process import / export L/C document and collection
Processes L/C opening, L/C advising, letter of transfer, shipping guarantee, trust receipt loan, guarantee, L/C risk participation, Trade loan and other structured trade products
Check customer credit limits for trade finance transactions and obtain approval for any excess
Answer general enquiries from customers and banks
Report FX rate / interest rate / funding position to Treasury Department
Act as checker and second-level reviewer for trade finance transactions, documents, system entries, SWIFT and payment messages, ensuring accuracy, completeness, proper authorization and compliance with applicable policies and procedures