International Ops Analyst 2

Huntington Bancshares, Inc.; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Bancshares, Inc. is seeking an International Operations Analyst 2 in Columbus, OH to review, process, and service complex international trade finance transactions, focusing on Standby Letters of Credit.

You will liaise with Credit, Legal, and Risk teams to ensure accurate, compliant processing and timely servicing. The role offers exposure to ISBP/UCP standards, SWIFT messaging, and other trade finance products, with opportunities to participate in strategic initiatives and project

Qualifications

• Experience in loan operations with due diligence, document prep, or examinations.
• Ability to review credit applications for compliance and accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and risk awareness.

Responsibilities

• Process Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC) transactions: issuance, amendments, drawings, renewals, cancellations.
• Review SBLC applications and documents for completeness and compliance.
• Collaborate with Credit, Commercial Banking, Legal, and Risk teams.
• Monitor key dates, expirations, renewals, and drawing activity.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve issues with stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on SBLC and trade finance products to customers and partners.
• Grow knowledge of documentary credits, collections, SWIFT, and ISBP/UCP.
• Participate in cross-training and special projects.

Skills

Loan operations experience

Due diligence

Credit approval

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Description

This position is located at 5555 Cleveland Ave Columbus, Ohio.

The International Operations Analyst 2 is responsible for reviewing, processing, and servicing complex international trade finance transactions in a highly regulated banking environment. This role will primarily support the processing and administration of Standby Letters of Credit, including issuance, amendments, drawings, renewals, and customer servicing activities. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to interpret financial, legal, and operational documentation.

The analyst partners with internal business partners, customers, relationship managers, and risk stakeholders to ensure transactions are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with bank procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. While specializing in Standby Letter of Credit operations, this role also provides the opportunity to gain exposure to and develop expertise in other international trade finance products, including documentary letters of credit, collections, SWIFT messaging, supply chain finance, and global banking practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and support Standby Letter of Credit transactions, including issuance, amendments, extensions, renewals, drawings, and cancellation activities.
• Review standby letter of credit applications, supporting documentation, and transaction instructions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with bank policies and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Credit, Commercial Banking, Legal, and Risk teams to facilitate the execution and ongoing servicing of standby letter of credit transactions.
• Monitor transactions for key dates, expiration events, automatic renewal provisions, drawing activity, and other critical obligations.
• Review complex financial, legal, and operational documentation to ensure compliance with bank procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Identify discrepancies, exceptions, and potential risks and work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Provide guidance and support to customers, business partners, and colleagues regarding standby letters of credit and related trade finance products.
• Develop working knowledge of additional International Banking products, including documentary letters of credit, collections, and other trade finance services.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives to broaden product knowledge and support team flexibility across multiple trade finance functions.
• Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives supporting business growth and operational transformation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is located at 5555 Cleveland Ave Columbus, Ohio.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• 3 or more years' experience within loan operations with due diligence (reviewing credit approval and applications for compliance), document preparation and/or examination experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience processing, servicing, or supporting Standby Letters of Credit, Documentary Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, or Collections.
• Experience reviewing and processing commercial loan closing packages, credit documentation, collateral documentation, legal agreements, or other financial transaction documents.
• Knowledge of Standby Letter of Credit workflows, including issuance, amendments, renewals, drawings, and claim handling.
• Knowledge of SWIFT messaging and international banking operations.
• Working knowledge of International Standby Practices (ISP98), Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600), and International Standard Banking Practices (ISBP).
• Experience supporting commercial banking clients and internal business partners.
• Interest in expanding knowledge of international trade finance products and developing broader expertise across Letters of Credit, Collections, Supply Chain Finance, and related banking services.
• Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) designation preferred but not required

Exempt Status: Yes = not eligible for overtime pay (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type. Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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