Trade & Forex Strategy Lead

Bidvest Bank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Manager: Trade and Forex to lead the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of trade finance and forex functions. The role requires expertise in managing trade solutions, customer relationships, and team leadership. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of people management experience and be well-versed in trade and forex processes, with a relevant degree in Accounting or Economics. This position emphasizes driving customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years’ people management experience.
• Up to 8 years' experience in trade & Forex processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement revenue or cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive customer-centricity strategy formulation and execution for Trade and Forex Solutions.
• Ensure operational efficiencies run smoothly.
• Provide management responsibility to Trade Finance team.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Customer relationship management

Credit assessment

Business and financial acumen

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

B Com or equivalent Degree in Accounting or Economics

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Job description

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Manager: Trade and Forex to lead the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of trade finance and forex functions. The role requires expertise in managing trade solutions, customer relationships, and team leadership. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of people management experience and be well-versed in trade and forex processes, with a relevant degree in Accounting or Economics. This position emphasizes driving customer satisfaction and operational excellence.