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International Trade Services Specialist Sr. - Letters of Credit

PNC · East Brunswick, NJ · 2 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$63k–$105k/yrFull-time

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.

About the role

As an International Trade Services Specialist Senior within PNC's International Trade Services organization, you will be based at Two Tower Center, PNC's East Brunswick, New Jersey building. This role is designed for candidates with prior experience in International Trade Operations, specifically in areas such as Letters of Credit, Trade Finance, OFAC/Sanctions compliance, UCP600, SWIFT messaging, and related trade regulations.

The work schedule for this role is Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Once trained, the position follows a hybrid model with 2 weeks in the office and 2 weeks remote each month. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize international trade-specific procedures, rules, guidelines, and regulations to evaluate and execute complex transactions or provide onboarding assistance for trade products.
  • Approve international trade services transactions and processes, with responsibility for one or multiple specialized products or functional areas.
  • Process and consult on complex trade transactions of varying risk and financial value in accordance with established procedures, rules, guidelines, and regulations.
  • Identify and address exceptions and escalated items, interacting with internal and external stakeholders to complete transactions.
  • Serve as a subject matter advisor on projects and assist with training/coaching new hires.
  • Administer the trade compliance program for all trade transactions and escalate as necessary to mitigate bank risk.
  • Collaborate with International Sales, Risk Oversight, and PNC Legal on regulatory compliance, legal matters, and customer-related documentation.
  • Consult with internal and external stakeholders on complex transactions, providing responses and documentation for inquiries and ad hoc requests related to international trade products.
  • Assist with the onboarding of new clients and perform secondary reviews of moderate to complex transactions and related documents.
  • Verify work processes to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformance to established service levels and applicable policies and procedures.
  • Review reports to process transactions or monitor new customer onboarding.

Requirements

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for the role. Below are the skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed:

  • Preferred skills: Accountability, Customer Solutions, Ensure Compliance, International Trade Compliance, Letter of Credits, Personal Initiative, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Mitigation Strategies, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), SWIFT Payments, UCP 600.
  • 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: Typically requires a university/college degree with less than 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: Bachelor’s degree.
  • Certifications: Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) – BAFT (preferred).

Pay

Base Salary: $63,000.00 – $105,000.00. Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data, and individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible, with payment based on company, business, and/or individual performance.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on 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 fully paid programs.
  • A robust wellness program with financial incentives.
  • Paid time off, including maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level and years of service.

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