Trade Finance Analyst - Energy firm

KERRY CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique energy trading firm in Singapore is looking for a Trade Finance Analyst. The role offers direct access to senior traders and strong mentorship, providing an excellent opportunity for growth within a high-performing team. Ideal for professionals eager to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of trade finance experience within commodities, banking, or shipping.
• Detailed oriented and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end execution of commodity trades.
• Manage trade documentation and liaise with banks.
• Issue Letters of Credit and support negotiations.

Skills

Understanding of Letters of Credit

Trade finance workflows

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Trade Finance Analyst - Commodities Trading (Exclusive Search)

I’m currently partnering exclusively with a boutique energy trading firm to hire a Trade Finance Analyst in Singapore. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 3 years of trade finance operations experience who’s looking for:

➤Direct access to senior traders
➤Strong mentorship from a seasoned trade finance manager
➤ A lean, high-performing team environment

Description
This is a boutique physical commodities trading firm led by a seasoned team of traders, including the well-regarded founder with a background at a major oil major. The traders bring deep market experience, strong relationships, and a track record of commercial success. The firm operates in a lean and collaborative structure, providing high visibility and direct exposure to decision-makers. As part of its continued growth, Kerry Consulting is exclusively partnering with the company to appoint a Trade Finance Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior trade finance professional to gain hands-on experience, strong mentorship, and long-term growth within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Trade Finance Manager, the Trade Finance Analyst will support the end-to-end execution of commodity trades. This includes managing trade documentation, liaising with banks and counterparties, issuing Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees, and supporting negotiations and facility management. The role offers high visibility and direct interaction with the trading team.

Requirements
The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of trade finance experience, preferably within commodities, banking, or shipping. A good understanding of Letters of Credit, Incoterms, and trade finance workflows is essential. You are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Reg: R25126625 | Lic: 16S8060
Type of Work: Permanent
Region: Singapore