Senior Associate, Document Checker (Structured Trade), IBG Operations (IBGO), Gr

DBS Bank Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional for Document Credit checking to manage transactions under compliance guidelines and provide client support. The role requires at least 6-8 years within banking, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a dynamic environment. Offering competitive salary and benefits, the bank values teamwork and recognizes achievements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• At least 6-8 years working experience in Documentary Credit document checking within a bank.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement on transaction monitoring and escalate red flags.
• Good working attitude and positive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Check documents under Documentary Credit for Import and Export.
• Advise document checking status to clients.
• Ensure adherence to Department SOP and Bank Policies.
• Conduct transaction monitoring and address any swift queries.

Skills

Documentary Credit expertise

Client service orientation

Sound judgement

Knowledge of UCP600 and Incoterms

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

Business Function

• Checks documents under Documentary Credit for both Import and Export.
• Advise documents checking status to client, whether compliant or discrepant.
• Co‑ordinate with Processor and/or STMO (Structured Trade Middle Office) where applicable on the documents and process flow.
• Ensure adherence to Department SOP, Bank Policies and Guidelines.
• Ensure all transactions and tasks assigned are carried out in accordance with the operating and compliance procedures.
• Ensure smooth processing of day‑to‑day transactions within stipulated Service Level Agreement.
• Ensure assigned duties and ad‑hoc tasks are duly performed.
• Perform trade sanctions screening, LLI checks, identifying red flags and escalating as per Bank Procedures.
• Conduct transaction monitoring, follow‑up on end‑to‑end process handling for structured deals and provide regular status updates to STMO (Structured Trade Middle Office).
• Address any swift query from Bank pertaining to the documents checked and provide appropriate response for Processor to reply to the Bank.
• Be customer‑centric and manage effectively from clients and stakeholders on trade technical query and/or documentary checking status; provide solutions and/or recommendations.
• Liaison with clients on unclear instructions and obtain proper documentation before handling transaction to Processor.
• Manage daily workflow to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Identify areas for process improvement.
• Achieve to meet Goals Setting (KPI).
• Participate in ad‑hoc projects and assignments.
• Participate in assigned UAT and LV for system enhancement and implementation where applicable.

Requirements

• At least 6‑8 years working experience within a bank in Documentary Credit documents checking, preferably in the Structured and Commodity finance environment.
• Client service oriented.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement on transaction monitoring and escalation of red flags.
• Proficient in application of UCP600, ISBP, URR725, ISP98 and Incoterms.
• Good working attitude and positive mindset.
• Ability to work effectively, independently and as a team player.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the organization and demands of both internal and external stakeholders.
• Work cohesively to build alliances and partnerships with Structured Trade Middle Office (STMO), Regional Trade team, Business Units (RM and GTS) and other stakeholders.

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.