[GRIT Trainee] Trade Operation Trainee (Open Account Trade), Institutional Banking Group Operat[...]

DBS BANK LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a highly motivated GRIT Trainee to join their Trade Operations team. This role offers hands-on experience in trade finance, focusing on Banker's Guarantees and Open Account Trade transactions. The successful candidate will leverageGenAI and workflow automation technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy, with opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Banking & Finance, Business Analytics, IT/Computer Science or related fields.
• Strong commitment to accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction.

Responsibilities

• Process and administer Banker's Guarantees ensuring compliance.
• Process and administer Open Account Trade transactions accurately.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Maintain knowledge of compliance guidelines for all processes.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

University Degree in Banking & Finance or related fields

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic Trade Operations team within Corporate Banking as a GRIT Trainee. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the processing and administration of trade finance activities, specifically Open Account Trade (OAT) or Banker's Guarantees (BG). The successful trainee will learn to leverage emerging Generative AI (GenAI) and workflow automation technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This position is ideal for individuals with a foundational understanding of banking and finance, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, who are eager to contribute to operational excellence and continuous improvement within a leading financial institution.

Job Responsibilities

• Banker's Guarantee Processing & Administration: Leverage GenAI and workflow automation to accurately and compliantly process and administer a high volume of Banker's Guarantees, including pre-processing, application, amendments, and miscellaneous functions, all within stipulated turnaround time.
• Open Account Trade (OAT) Processing & Administration: Harness GenAI and workflow automation to accurately and compliantly process and administer a high volume of Open Account Trade (OAT) transactions, encompassing Account Receivable Purchase and Supply Chain Financing. This includes the efficient processing of invoices and transport documents, and the facilitation of financing within stipulated turnaround times.
• Stakeholders Interaction & Communication: Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external clients in transaction processing and address any queries.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of compliance guidelines and ensure all processes are compliant to requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk is vital.
• This can involve streamlining incident management processes and refining standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Job Requirements

• University Degree in Banking & Finance, Business Analytics, Information Technology/Computer Science/Information Security/Information Systems
• Strong commitment to accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Possesses strong analytical capabilities to identify issues and contribute to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and apply new technologies, particularly in GenAI and workflow automation.
• Proactive and adaptable mindset, with a strong desire for continuous learning and professional development.

Please submit your application for the Job Post "Graduate Industry Traineeship (GRIT) Programme 2026" on the DBS career portal, starting October 8th, 2025.