Intl Trade Services Spec Sr

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

Pension & stock purchase

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an International Trade Services Specialist Sr. The role focuses on complex standbys, trade finance compliance, and risk‑aware documentation.

You will interact with clients and internal teams to ensure accurate onboarding and transaction processing. Ideal candidates bring strong attention to detail, legal/document interpretation skills, and experience with risk assessment.

Qualifications

• University degree required; Bachelors or equivalent.
• CDCS certification preferred or required for role.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes international trade-specific procedures and regulations to evaluate and execute complex transactions.
• Administers trade compliance program and escalates risk as needed.
• Collaborates with internal/external stakeholders on regulatory and documentation matters.
• Provides onboarding support for trade products and may train new hires.

Skills

Accountability

Customer Solutions

Ensure Compliance

Personal Initiative

Process Improvements

Results-Oriented

Risk Mitigation Strategies

SOP

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) - BAFT

Tools

Job description

## Intl Trade Services Spec SrApplylocations: PA - Pittsburgh (15219)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R224300# **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 Specialist Sr. within PNC's International Trade Services organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. \\*The work schedule for this role is Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM EST - 5:00 PM EST. This role is hybrid with 2 weeks reporting to the office, and 2 weeks working remotely. Overview: The ideal candidate will have experience with the Standby Letter of Credit (SBLC) process. In lieu of direct SBLC experience, candidates should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong written communication skills, and the ability to interpret, draft, structure, and review complex legal documents. Success in the role requires sound judgment and a strong understanding of risk management principles to ensure the interests of both PNC and its clients are appropriately protected. And with the help of my friend Co-Pilot here is some data on transferrable skills that may be helpful for you Lisa as you screen candidates: For a Standby Letter of Credit / Trade Services role, I'd look beyond direct trade finance experience and focus on candidates who regularly analyze, interpret, draft, or risk-assess complex documents. Strong Transferable Backgrounds Legal & Contractual • Paralegal • Contract Analyst • Contract Administrator • Loan Documentation Specialist • Commercial Loan Closer • Credit Agreement Reviewer • Corporate Trust Administrator • Title Examiner • Legal Operations Specialist Transferable Skill: Ability to interpret legal language, identify risk, draft language, and review document accuracy. Banking & Credit • Commercial Credit Analyst • Underwriter • Loan Review Analyst • Syndicated Loan Administrator • CLO/Agency Services Specialist • Trade Finance Associate • Treasury Management Support Specialist • Commercial Banking Portfolio Analyst Transferable Skill: Understanding of risk mitigation, financial transactions, and documentation controls. Compliance & Risk • Compliance Analyst • AML/KYC Investigator • Operational Risk Analyst • Regulatory Review Specialist • Internal Auditor • Quality Assurance Analyst Transferable Skill: Attention to detail, exception identification, policy adherence, and risk evaluation. Document-Intensive Industries • Medical Documentation Review • Insurance Policy Review • Claims Examiner • Mortgage Underwriter • Mortgage Document Specialist • Escrow Specialist • Benefits Contract Analyst Transferable Skill: Reviewing large volumes of complex documentation with high accuracy requirements. International & Trade Adjacent • Customs Broker • Import/Export Specialist • Supply Chain Compliance Analyst • International Payments Specialist • Global Trade Compliance Specialist Transferable Skill: Understanding international transactions, documentation requirements, and regulatory considerations.PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.# **Job Description*** Utilizes international trade-specific procedures, rules, guidelines and regulations. Utilizing advanced expertise to evaluates and execute complex transactions, or may provide onboarding assistance for trade products. Approve international trade services transactions and processes. May have specific responsibility for one or multiple specialized products or functional areas.* Processes and/or consults on complex trade transactions of varying risk and financial value in accordance with procedures, rules, guidelines and regulations. Identifies and addresses exceptions and escalated items. Interacts with internal and external stakeholders to complete transactions. Serves as a subject matter advisor on projects. May assist with training/coaching of new hires.* Administers trade compliance program against all trade transactions and escalates as necessary in order to mitigate bank risk. May work with International Sales, Risk Oversight and PNC Legal on regulatory compliance, legal matters and customer related documentation.* Consults with internal and external stakeholders on complex transactions. Provides responses and documentation to inquiries and ad hoc requests for all international trade products. Assist with the onboarding of new clients.* Performs secondary review of moderate to complex transactions and related documents. Verifies work processes to ensure completeness, accuracy and conformance to established service levels and applicable policies and procedures. Reviews reports to process transactions or to monitor new customer onboarding.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, Customer Solutions, Ensure Compliance, Personal Initiative, 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 a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. 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**Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) - BAFT## **Licenses**No Required License(s)# **Benefits**PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: 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.