Global Solutions Consultant, Lending & Trade Finance

Finastra; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Medical and life insurance

Volunteer time off

Career Development programs

Global recognition program

Job summary

A global provider of financial solutions is seeking a Global Solution Architect based in Singapore to drive digitalization in lending and trade finance. You will engage with leading banks across MEA and APAC, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like cloud, AI, and blockchain to create innovative solutions. Responsibilities include leading client engagements and shaping industry conversations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in financial services and exceptional communication skills. The role includes hybrid work options and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in corporate lending and trade finance within banking or financial services.
• Proven experience as an Enterprise or Solution Architect in financial services technology.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and modern architecture patterns.
• Exceptional communication skills to engage with C-level executives.
• Familiarity with AI/ML, blockchain, and open banking technologies.
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to engage C-level executives.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees and certifications preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 40–50% across MEA and APAC.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements to showcase solutions for lending and trade finance.
• Design comprehensive end-to-end solutions tailored to regional needs.
• Drive innovation through cutting-edge technologies like blockchain and AI.
• Collaborate globally with product management and sales to influence roadmaps.
• Ensure technical excellence in demo resources and documentation.
• Ensure readiness and excellence: contribute to demo environments, client-facing resources, and technical documentation for scalability and future-proofing.
• Stay ahead of trends: apply AI/ML, blockchain, open banking APIs, and real-time payments to differentiate Finastra.

Skills

Corporate lending and trade finance experience

Experience as Enterprise or Solution Architect

Expertise in cloud platforms

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks

Familiarity with AI/ML and blockchain

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degrees and certifications

Job description

Who are we? At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

What will you contribute?

Are you ready to help transform lending and trade finance across some of the world’s fastest-growing markets? As a Global Solution Architect, you’ll partner with leading banks in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific to deliver innovative solutions that drive digitalization, efficiency, and compliance. You’ll leverage cloud, AI/ML, blockchain, and API-driven architectures to modernize operations and create competitive advantage. If you thrive on solving complex challenges and influencing industry change, this is your opportunity to make a global impact.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Lead client engagements: Conduct discovery sessions, solutioning workshops, and proof-of-concept demonstrations that showcase how our solutions transform lending and trade finance.
• Design future‑ready architectures: Build comprehensive end‑to‑end solutions using modern principles—cloud‑native, API‑first, microservices, and event‑driven architectures—tailored to diverse regional requirements.
• Drive innovation: Introduce clients to cutting‑edge ideas such as blockchain for trade finance, AI‑powered credit risk modeling, and advanced analytics for portfolio optimization.
• Shape industry conversations: Represent Finastra at conferences and forums, sharing thought leadership on digital transformation, Islamic finance, and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate globally: Work closely with product management, cloud architecture teams, and sales to influence product roadmaps and ensure solutions meet evolving market demands.
• Ensure readiness and excellence: Contribute to demo environments, client‑facing resources, and technical documentation that highlight the scalability and future‑proofing of our solutions.
• Stay ahead of trends: Continuously research and apply emerging technologies—AI/ML, blockchain, open banking APIs, and real‑time payments—to deliver innovative solutions that differentiate Finastra.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years in corporate lending and trade finance within banking or financial services.
• Proven experience as an Enterprise or Solution Architect in financial services technology.
• Expertise in cloud platforms, modern architecture patterns, and integration technologies.
• Strong knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks and Islamic finance principles.
• Familiarity with AI/ML, blockchain, and open banking technologies.
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to engage C-level executives.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees and certifications preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 40–50% across MEA and APAC.

Benefits

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well‑being: Access confidential one‑on‑one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
• ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
• Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!