Trade Finance Analyst, CTSPD

World Bank Group•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is seeking a Trade Finance Analyst to support the Global Trade Finance Program (GTFP) and other trade programs. The Analyst will be based in Washington, DC, and will report to the Global Manager, Products, CTSPD. This role involves processing trade and supply chain finance transactions, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines, communicating with financial institutions, tracking program activities, and supporting other trade finance facilities. The position is for a local recruitment in Washington, DC, with a term duration of 3 years and 0 months.

Requirements

At least Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or the related field is required.
Minimum 2 years of experience in trade finance with a local/international commercial bank/other financial institution or international organization.
Knowledge of commercial banking products and services, experience in correspondent banking relationships and international trade products.
Strong financial and credit skills along with analytical ability.
Strong teamwork and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Process trade and supply chain finance transactions, amendments and cancellations by working closely with regional trade teams.
Work together with the Operations Team in Istanbul and contribute to ensure that transactions are consistent with all corporate guidelines, including the trade operational guidelines.
Communicate effectively with Issuing Banks and Confirming Banks if necessary, to clarify any issues related to transactions.
Perform regular compliance checks.
Maintain contacts with GTFP Issuing Banks and Confirming Banks and stay abreast of market development.
Track program activities by using the corporate systems and prepare the required reports.
Support processing and reporting for insurance as well as other trade finance facilities.
Support all other tasks requested by the Operations Head to support the Operations Team and other trade finance programs.