Trade Finance Finastra Lead II - Product Implementation

UST; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is seeking an experienced Finastra Fusion Trade Innovation (FTI) 2.11.x Techno-Functional Consultant based in Bengaluru or other UST locations onsite. The role focuses on deep functional knowledge of trade finance products, along with hands-on technical capabilities in FTI customization, development, integration, reporting, and production support.

You will work with business, tech teams, and vendors to deliver scalable solutions while meeting internal SLAs.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of trade finance products and FTI configurations.
• Experience with FTI customization, development, integration, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of UCP 600, URDG 758, and ICC rules.
• Experience in production support and incident management.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into FTI configurations.
• Configure and support trade finance products including: Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Documentary Collections, Supply Chain Finance, Open Account Trade Solutions.
• Develop, customize, and enhance FTI workflows, screens, interfaces, and business rules.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors, ensuring SLA adherence and issue resolution.

Skills

Trade Finance

Corporate Banking

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or IT

Tools

FTI 2.11.x

Java

J2EE

Spring

JMS

MySQL

Job description

Position

Finastra Fusion Trade Innovation (FTI) 2.11.x Techno-Functional Consultant

Location

Onsite (base location can be any UST locations)

Experience

8–10 Years in Trade Finance & FTI

Employment Type

Full-Time

Travel

As required based on project/business needs

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Finastra Fusion Trade Innovation (FTI) 2.11.x Techno-Functional Consultant with strong expertise in Trade Finance and Corporate Banking. The ideal candidate should have deep functional knowledge of trade finance products along with hands‑on technical experience in FTI customisation, development, integration, reporting, troubleshooting, and production support. The consultant will collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to deliver scalable trade finance solutions while ensuring adherence to internal SLAs and incident management processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse, and translate business requirements into FTI system configurations and workflows.
• Configure and support Trade Finance products, including:
  • Letters of Credit – Import & Export
  • Bank Guarantees
  • Documentary Collections
  • Supply Chain Finance
  • Open Account Trade Solutions
• Provide functional consulting and best practices aligned with trade finance operations.
• Ensure compliance with UCP 600, URDG 758, international trade regulations, and banking standards.

FTI Customisation & Development

• Develop and customise solutions using:
  • Java / J2EE
  • Spring Framework
  • JMS
  • MySQL
  • FTI SDK
  • Proprietary FTI APIs and scripting tools
• Design, develop, and enhance FTI workflows, screens, interfaces, and business rules.
• Perform code reviews, debugging, and technical troubleshooting.

Integration & Messaging

• Design and implement integrations between FTI and:
  • Core Banking Systems
  • Payment Systems
  • Risk & Compliance Platforms
  • Corporate Banking Applications
• Develop and support SWIFT integrations, including:
  • MT700
  • MT707
  • MT760
  • Other Trade Finance SWIFT messages
• Support ISO 20022 messaging requirements and transformation processes.

Reporting & Database Management

• Develop, customise, and troubleshoot FTI reports.
• Strong understanding of:
  • FTI database schema
  • FTI tables and relationships
  • Report data structures
• Analyse report performance issues and optimise reporting solutions.
• Create SQL queries and data extracts for business users and operational teams.

Testing & Production Support

• Conduct:
  • System Integration Testing (SIT)
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • Regression Testing
• Provide production support and resolve application issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent fixes.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements.

Incident & Vendor Management

• Manage incidents, service requests, and defect tickets throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to internal SLAs and support processes.
• Coordinate with Finastra and other third‑party vendors for issue resolution.
• Lead cross‑functional initiatives and stakeholder discussions to achieve business objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Functional Skills

• Strong expertise in Trade Finance and Corporate Banking.
• In‑depth understanding of:
  • Letters of Credit
  • Bank Guarantees
  • Documentary Collections
  • Supply Chain Finance
  • Working Capital Solutions
• Knowledge of:
  • UCP 600
  • URDG 758
  • ICC Trade Rules

Technical Skills

• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Finastra Fusion Trade Innovation (FTI) 2.11.x
  • Java
  • J2EE
  • Spring Framework
  • JMS
  • MySQL
• Strong SQL and database analysis skills.
• Experience troubleshooting production issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Knowledge of API integrations and message‑based architectures.

Reporting Skills

• Expertise in FTI report development and support.
• Strong understanding of FTI tables, data structures, and table relationships.
• Ability to troubleshoot data and reporting issues effectively.

Good‑to‑Have Skills

• Experience with:
  • Oracle Database
  • IBM DB2
  • Finastra Corporate Channels (FCC)
• Exposure to ISO 20022 migration projects.
• Finastra certifications:
  • Finastra Certified Associate – Fusion Trade Innovation (Functional)
  • Finastra Certified Associate – Fusion Trade Innovation (Technical)
• Experience in large‑scale banking transformation programmes.

Professional Skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced banking environment.
• Experience working with onsite and offshore teams.
• Strong vendor management and client interaction skills.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Banks and Financial Institutions
• Trade Finance Operations
• Corporate Banking Technology
• Fintech and Banking Product Implementations

Skills

Banking Solutions, Trade Finance, Letters of Credit (Import/Export LC), Bank Guarantees and Standby LCs, Documentary Collections, SWIFT Trade Messaging and Compliance Processing