Trade Finance Sales Manager (Letters of Credit)

AMBITION GROUP SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced trade finance professional to promote and sell trade finance products. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in trade finance or corporate banking, solid understanding of international trade practices, and strong client relationship skills. Proficiency in English is essential, while Mandarin is a bonus. This role requires proactive business development and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in trade finance or corporate banking.
• Proven exposure to Letters of Credit and documentary trade products.
• Solid understanding of UCP 600, ISP98, and international trade practices.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell trade finance products to corporate clients.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of clients.
• Identify new business opportunities to grow revenue.
• Collaborate with internal teams for smooth transaction execution.
• Stay informed of market trends and competitors’ offerings.
• Deliver sales presentations and negotiate terms.

Skills

Business development mindset

Client relationship skills

Communication skills in English

Negotiation abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell trade finance products, especially Letters of Credit, Documentary Collections, and related payment solutions, to corporate clients across key industries (importers/exporters, commodities, manufacturing, and trading).
• Develop and manage a portfolio of clients, building long-term partnerships through proactive relationship management and tailored financial solutions.
• Identify new business opportunities within existing and prospective clients to grow the company’s trade finance revenue.
• Collaborate with internal teams (credit, operations, compliance) to ensure smooth transaction execution and risk control.
• Stay informed of market trends, regulatory updates, and competitors’ offerings in the trade finance landscape.
• Deliver sales presentations and negotiate terms to close deals effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in trade finance or corporate banking, with proven exposure to Letters of Credit and documentary trade products.
• Solid understanding of UCP 600, ISP98, and international trade practices.
• Strong business development mindset with good client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities in English (Mandarin proficiency is a plus for dealing with Chinese corporate clients).
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently under minimal supervision.