Senior Operations Consultant

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Join our bustling Bromley office, situated in one of London's greenest boroughs. Here you'll find plentiful and easy commuting routes, with central London just 15 minutes away by train.

We are seeking a Team Lead to manage an eight-person Guarantee Operations team. The role requires practical knowledge and experience of Guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs), together with the ability to support the team, manage complex queries and maintain consistent client service. The position involves regular communication by email and phone with internal stakeholders and a broad client base.

Lead, support and provide day-to-day guidance to an eight-person Guarantee Operations team. Perform and oversee the review of Guarantee and SBLC wording, issuances, amendments and closures. Act as a point of escalation for complex, sensitive or exceptional client and operational queries. Research, analyse and respond to client enquiries accurately and within agreed timescales. Produce monthly management and client reporting, ensuring service delivery meets current bank and departmental standards.

Monitor daily controls and escalation issues promptly to the team manager to support timely resolution. Work closely with business partners to support the onboarding and servicing of new clients where required. Communicate professionally with clients and stakeholders, primarily by email and phone. Train new associates and stakeholders on Trade Finance fundamentals, products and processes. Balance operational priorities effectively and take on additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.

We are looking for someone who can organise their work, adapt to changing priorities, maintain accuracy and communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge and practical experience of processing Guarantees and SBLCs, including wording reviews. Knowledge of the relevant rules and frameworks, including UCP 600, ISP
98 and URDG 758. Professional proficiency in written and spoken English. Proficiency in another European language, particularly German, would be useful for the role. Experience supporting colleagues and building effective…