Global Trade Services Import LC

Tricon Switzerland SA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Tricon Energy in Mumbai is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented entry-level Trade Finance Assistant to support import documentary letters of credit, SBLCs, amendments, and bank guarantees. The role follows a night-shift schedule to align with U.S.

business hours and reports to the Global Trade Services Manager in Houston and the India Country Manager. You will collaborate with Operations, Treasury, and banking partners, maintain records, review instruments for accuracy, and assist with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required or preferred.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply; prior banking or trade finance experience is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal English communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Willingness to learn international trade finance procedures and work across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Prepare import documentary LC applications and issuance instructions based on approved contracts and payment terms.
• Assist with the preparation, processing, and administration of SBLCs, amendments, extensions, reductions, and cancellations.
• Coordinate export SBLCs with Operations and advising banks.
• Assist with the preparation and administration of bank guarantees.
• Review issued LCs, SBLCs, and guarantees for accuracy against approved instructions.
• Liaise with Operations and banks to obtain required information, resolve queries, and follow up on pending transactions.
• Maintain accurate records and track outstanding instruments, amendments, and expiry dates.
• Assist with LC-related documentation, bank fee tracking, and general trade finance administration.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

English communication

Excel

Word

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Position Summary

Tricon Energy is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join one of our largest offices in Mumbai, India. This role will report to Global Trade Services Manager based in Houston, TX and Tricon India's Country Manager based in Mumbai. The position follows a night-shift schedule (approximately 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM or 3:00 AM IST) to support U.S. business hours.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and English communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. The role is responsible for supporting the preparation and administration of import documentary letters of credit, standby letters of credit (SBLCs), amendments, and bank guarantees. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Treasury, and banking partners to ensure the accurate and timely processing of trade finance transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare import documentary LC applications and issuance instructions based on approved contracts and payment terms.
• Assist with the preparation, processing, and administration of SBLCs, amendments, extensions, reductions, and cancellations.
• Coordinate export SBLCs with Operations and advising banks.
• Assist with the preparation and administration of bank guarantees.
• Review issued LCs, SBLCs, and guarantees for accuracy against approved instructions.
• Liaise with Operations and banks to obtain required information, resolve queries, and follow up on pending transactions.
• Maintain accurate records and track outstanding instruments, amendments, and expiry dates.
• Assist with LC-related documentation, bank fee tracking, and general trade finance administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Entry-level candidates and recent graduates are encouraged to apply; prior banking or trade finance experience is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Willingness to learn international trade finance procedures and work with colleagues and banking partners across different time zones.

Time

• 7pm-4am [Drop Facility available].
  Male Candidates preferred.