Head of Trade Finance

Quess Selection & Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international banking platform is seeking a Head of Trade Finance in Singapore. This senior role involves leading the Trade Finance function, ensuring compliance, and driving business growth. The ideal candidate should have 10-15 years of experience in trade finance, with proven leadership capabilities. You will be responsible for building a team, managing client portfolios, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Attractive compensation is offered commensurate with experience and seniority.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of trade finance experience within international banking.
• Proven track record in leading trade finance teams.
• Strong technical expertise in trade products and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Trade Finance function and drive business growth.
• Oversee transaction structuring and risk management.
• Develop a high-performing trade finance team.

Skills

Trade finance experience

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercial judgement

Education

Degree in Finance or Business

Job description

A well-established international banking platform is appointing a Head of Trade Finance to lead its Singapore-based trade business. This is a senior appointment with full responsibility for strategy, revenue growth, and governance across corporate and institutional client segments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership over the Trade Finance function, including documentary trade, guarantees, standby LCs, and structured trade solutions.
• Drive business growth through client portfolio expansion and new transaction origination.
• Oversee transaction structuring, credit submissions, and risk management in accordance with internal frameworks and regulatory standards.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across relationship management, credit, compliance, and operations to deliver end-to-end trade solutions.
• Ensure strong governance, controls, and adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements in Singapore.
• Build and develop a technically strong, commercially focused trade finance team.
• Participate in senior-level client engagements and strategic initiatives as required.

Requirements

• Degree-qualified, preferably in Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• 10–15+ years of trade finance experience within an international or wholesale banking environment.
• Proven track record leading trade finance teams and managing complex client portfolios.
• Strong technical expertise across trade products and documentation (e.g. LCs, guarantees, UCP600).
• Sound understanding of risk, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong commercial judgement and stakeholder management skills.

The Role

• Senior leadership position with direct impact on business direction.
• Exposure to cross-border trade flows and regional stakeholders.
• Attractive compensation package commensurate with seniority.

Interested candidates you may submit your resume in word format to [e-mail]. Do note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Jeremy Tang ZhiHao

Quess Selection & Services

EA Licence Number: 23C2060

R1325165

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