Trade Finance Senior Specialist

About the role

The Trade Finance Senior Specialist within the Credit Administration team is a mid-level position with direct responsibility for the processing of Commercial Letters of Credit, Standby Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees under approved Credit facilities as well as Documentary Collections in support of the firm’s business lines.

Responsibilities

• Process transactions such as Commercial Letters of Credit, Standby Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees under approved Credit facilities as well as Documentary Collections
• Manage daily volume
• Perform intraday and end of day reconciliation of daily work
• Help to ensure all deadlines and requirements are being met
• Provide superior client service
• Ensure timely response to internal and external requests
• Follow up on open inquiries
• Help to Identify and document errors to reduce exposure
• Process transactions in accordance with ICC Rules and with BBH’s Credit and Compliance Policies
• Interact with other BBH departments on resolution of issues
• Communicate professionally and constructively to effectively resolve issues to minimize risk and exposure
• Gain efficiencies to improve individual productivity
• Contribute to Division or Firm process improvement activities
• Aid in the development and production of monthly management reporting
• Aid team members with day-to-day activities when needed/providing backup

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of Banking experience, Trade Finance experience preferred
• Proven Knowledge of one or more product areas within Trade Finance/Financial Services
• Aptitude for thorough and timely research, analysis, and resolution of a problem
• Ability to communicate professionally though effective verbal and written skills
• Demonstrates organizational skills and an attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and effectively handle multiple assignments
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Proactive self-starter who is goal oriented

Benefits

Salary Range NY: $75,000 - $85,000 base salary + target annual bonus
BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.

We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.