International Trade Services Analyst Senior

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Whitehall (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. seeks an International Trade Services Analyst Senior to process import/export letters of credit, amendments, and settlements. You will ensure data accuracy and compliance while handling documents and communicating with clients and international partners.

Based at the Whitehall Service Center in Columbus, OH, this role emphasizes risk management, regulatory adherence, and service quality within the trade finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience in trade finance operations, including LC processing and document handling.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, sanctions, AML and risk controls.

Responsibilities

• Process import and export letter of credit transactions in accordance with procedures and SLAs.
• Review shipping and trade documents from clients and banks.
• Enter transaction details into trade finance systems with high data integrity.
• Perform sanctions screening and compliance reviews for high-risk items/countries.
• Manage various LC types, amendments, and payment settlements.
• Prepare and distribute customer notifications and manage shipping documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Sanctions screening

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

Trade finance systems

Document review tools

Compliance monitoring systems

Job description

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an International Trade Services Analyst Senior, within PNC's International Trade Services & Support Group, you will be based at PNC's Whitehall Service Center located in Columbus, Ohio. Core hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST. The International Trade Services Analyst Senior is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of international trade transactions within the Letters of credit team. This role supports corporate clients engaged in importing and exporting goods by processing Import / Export Letter of credit transactions, including new transaction setups, amendments, document handling, and payment processing. The analyst serves as a key control point in ensuring compliance with trade finance regulations, sanctions requirements, and internal risk management standards while delivering exceptional service to both internal and external clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process import and export letter of credit transactions in accordance with established procedures, regulatory requirements, and service level expectations.
• Review and process shipping and trade-related documents received from clients and international financial institutions.
• Accurately enter transaction details into trade finance systems while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and data integrity.
• Perform sanctions screening by manually identifying and entering all associated parties, entities, vessels, and locations into compliance monitoring systems.
• Conduct transaction-level compliance reviews, including assessment of high-risk goods, high-risk countries, pricing validations, and other trade-related risk factors.
• Process a variety of transaction types, including new letters of credit, amendments, and payment settlements.
• Prepare and distribute customer notifications regarding import/export letter of credit transactions and related documentation.
• Manage physical shipping documents, including document filing, retention, preparation of courier packages, and tracking of document deliveries.
• Prioritize and complete daily workloads while meeting established deadlines and service standards across multiple transaction types.
• Communicate professionally with clients, international banking partners, and internal business partners primarily through email and occasionally by telephone.
• Identify and elevate transaction discrepancies, documentation issues, compliance concerns, or operational risks to management as appropriate.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and support departmental goals related to quality, efficiency, risk management, and client service.
• Maintain current knowledge of trade finance products, international trade practices, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with trade finance products, including Documentary Collections, Letters of Credit, or other international trade services is a plus.
• Knowledge of international trade regulations (UC 600, ISBP, Incoterms 2020) , sanctions compliance (OFAC) , anti-money laundering (AML) requirements, and trade risk controls is a plus.
• Experience working with document review, transaction processing, or operational compliance functions is a plus.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Accountability, Accountable, Customer Solutions, Detail-Oriented, Ensure Compliance, Multitasking, Personal Initiative, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Mitigation Strategies, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Flexibility and Adaptability, Managing Multiple Priorities, Operational Functions, Problem Management Process, Products and Services, Standard Operating Procedures Work Experience Roles at this level typically require an Associates or equivalent degree as well as related experience or product knowledge to accomplish primary duties. Typically requires 3+ years experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Language Assessments No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $37,500.00 – $62,500.00 Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/22/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

• medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
• In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
• To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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For nearly 160 years, PNC has strived to make a meaningful impact for our employees, customers, communities, and shareholders. We believe our success and positive reputation are built on open and honest dialogue, an unwavering focus on smart risk management, relationship-based customer service and community investments. Our inclusive workplace allows our employees to be heard, valued, and developed to do their best work. Being a great place to work means we are making a lasting difference for everyone we serve.

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