Structured Trade Finance Solutions, HK

BBVA; Hong Kong; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BBVA in Singapore is seeking a candidate for the CIB Structured Trade Finance Solutions team. The role involves originating and structuring trade finance solutions for clients in the Asia-Pacific region, handling transactions autonomously, and requiring a strong analytical background. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and experience in structured trade or commodity finance, with fluency in English being essential. Knowledge of an Asian language is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge in structured trade finance products.
• Experience in Structured Trade or Commodity Finance.
• Proven experience in winning large-scale mandates.
• CFA, ACCA, CIMA, or similar accreditation.
• Understanding of accounting treatment for structured trade.

Responsibilities

• Originate and structure non-vanilla trade finance transactions.
• Handle transactions autonomously.
• Identify and acquire new business opportunities.
• Analyze transactions for feasibility and risks.
• Engage with the Distribution team for transactions.

Skills

Structured trade finance expertise

Analytical skills

Team player

Leadership qualities

Fluency in English

Knowledge of Asian language

Education

Business school/university degree in economics, business administration, law, or engineering

Job description

As part of the CIB Structured Trade Finance Solutions team in Asia, the successful candidate will be responsible for the origination and structuring of structured solutions for clients in the Asia-Pacific region, such as transactionally secured bilateral facilities, inventory finance, contract monetizations, prepayments, PXF, borrowing base facilities and other bespoke structured solutions.

Responsibilities

As part of the CIB Structured Trade Finance Solutions team in Asia, the successful candidate will have principal responsibilities comprising the following:

• Originate and structure non-vanilla trade finance transactions.
• Take on and handle transactions autonomously.
• Demonstrate a proactive, results-driven approach to identifying and acquiring new business opportunities, with a strong hunter mindset focused on growth and client acquisition.
• Stay informed on industry developments and competitor strategies, proactively adapting sales plans to maintain a competitive edge.
• Analyze transactions (feasibility, risks); identify key issues and propose improvements to achieve successful financing.
• Actively engage with the Distribution team to enable the Bank to originate and distribute Structured Trade Finance transactions.
• Prepare Information Memorandums and Lender Presentations for lead role opportunities.

Job Requirements

• Deep knowledge and expertise in structured trade finance products such as transactionally secured facilities, inventory finance, contract monetizations, prepayments, PXF, borrowing base structures and other complex structures.
• Relevant experience in Structured Trade or Commodity Finance, or a comparable background in investment banking or related industries.
• Proven experience in winning and executing large-scale mandates and/or lead arranger mandates.
• Business school/university degree in economics, business administration, law, or engineering.
• CFA, ACCA, CIMA, or working towards a similar accreditation.
• Experience working in an international environment.
• A strong understanding of the accounting treatment of structured trade and commodity finance transactions at the client level; hands‑on experience with the accounting of such structures will be viewed very positively.
• Willingness to travel to engage with clients across the APAC region.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of an Asian language is a plus.

Skills

• Structured and organized; strong analytical skills.
• Well-balanced team player.
• International mindset.
• Goal-oriented individual with initiative and leadership qualities.
• Lateral thinker who enjoys developing outside-the-box solutions.