Trade Finance Process Analyst | Penang Hub

OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad in Penang is seeking a Trade Finance Process Analyst to streamline workflows, drive efficiency, and support customers across the bank’s trade finance operations.

The role focuses on process mapping, data analysis, and implementing improvements in collaboration with Relationship Managers and cross-functional teams. A degree in business/operations and experience with Lean/Six Sigma are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Proven track record of process improvement and implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform transaction processing duties as instructed by team management to meet productivity and service standards.
• Work with team to deliver superior customer service by driving operational performance and reducing costs.
• Ensure compliance with trade finance rules, regulations, policies, guidelines, procedures, and practices.
• Provide technical support to Relationship Managers on trade finance matters.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions to problems through data analysis and experience.
• Assist team management in developing team members through coaching and support.
• Support the rollout of quality management systems and other initiatives by the Bank.
• Ensure due care regarding day-to-day operations related to AML, sanctions, and screening.”],
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• Trade Finance Department OCBC Penang Hub

Skills

Process improvement

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

Lean

Six Sigma

Job description

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Title: Trade Finance Process Analyst

Why Join

Imagine being part of a team that streamlines processes, boosts efficiency, and drives business growth. As a Trade Finance Process Analyst at OCBC, you'll play a key role in transforming our operations and making a real impact on our customers' lives. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with various teams, and develop your skills in a dynamic environment.

How you succeed

To excel in this role, you'll need to be a process improvement expert who can analyse complex workflows, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions. You'll work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, design and implement process changes, and monitor their impact. Your ability to communicate complex ideas simply and influence others will be crucial to your success.

What you do

• Perform transaction processing duties as instructed by the team management in accordance to the relevant procedures, guidelines, instructions and standards set to meet the productivity and service standards set.
• Work with team to deliver superior customer service by driving operational performance ie. meeting SLAs - timeliness and accuracy, reducing costs, driving operational efficiency, and reducing operational risks
• Ensure awareness and full compliance of trade finance’s rules, regulations, policies, guidelines, procedures, and practices.
• Provide technical support to Relationship Managers of trade finance related matters.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions to problems through data analysis, technical experience, and precedent.
• Assist the team management in the development of team members by guiding, coaching, and supporting other team members.
• Support the roll-out of appropriate quality management systems in the and other initiatives by the Bank.
• Ensure due care and diligence is exercised on day-to-day operational matters relating to Trade Based Money Laundering, sanction compliance, transaction screening, by acquiring relevant knowledge and training; thus, providing support to superiors and subordinate.

Who you are

• A degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field
• Proven track record of process improvement and implementation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Experience with process mapping tools and techniques, such as Lean or Six Sigma

Who We Are

As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Location: OCBC Penang Hub

What we offer

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Equal opportunity. Fair employment. Selection based on ability and fit with our culture and values. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.