Trade Finance Operations Lead – Client Onboarding & Execution

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company; Fatih; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Istanbul, Türkiye, seeks an Assistant Manager – Operations to lead day-to-day Trade Finance activities and support onboarding, ensuring compliance with internal policies and local regulations. You will work with Sales, Compliance, Credit, Legal and Product teams to deliver timely transactions and excellent client service.

The role emphasizes building strong client relationships, applying operational controls, and driving continuous improvements across processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in Trade Finance or Corporate & Commercial Banking Operations.
• Understanding of KYC/AML requirements related to Trade Finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Trade Finance operations in line with internal policies, procedures and local regulatory requirements.
• Support client onboarding, including registration, KYC and AML-related processes, while maintaining appropriate operational controls.
• Process loan transactions, including disbursements and settlements, and prepare client statements and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with Sales, Compliance, Credit, Legal, Product, customers and financial institutions to ensure smooth transaction execution.
• Build relationships with customers, provide operational support and gather feedback to improve client experience.
• Contribute to process improvements, system testing and wider Trade Finance initiatives as required.

Job description

DP World in Istanbul, Türkiye, seeks an Assistant Manager – Operations to lead day-to-day Trade Finance activities and support onboarding, ensuring compliance with internal policies and local regulations. You will work with Sales, Compliance, Credit, Legal and Product teams to deliver timely transactions and excellent client service.

The role emphasizes building strong client relationships, applying operational controls, and driving continuous improvements across processes and systems.