Documentary Credits Officer ​/ Trade Finance

On behalf of one of our clients, a well-established bank based in Geneva, we are currently looking for a Documentary Credit Specialist to join its Trade Finance team.

Within the Trade Finance department, you will be responsible for managing and executing operations related to documentary credits and bank guarantees while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and international trade finance regulations.

• Managing the full lifecycle of documentary credits, including issuance, advising, confirmation, amendments, document examination and settlement
• Processing documentary collections and monitoring related transactions
• Handling the issuance and management of bank guarantees and counter-guarantees
• Reviewing and checking trade documents to ensure compliance with applicable rules and credit terms
• Identifying discrepancies and coordinating with clients, relationship managers and correspondent banks to resolve them
• Calculating commissions, fees, interest and foreign exchange elements related to transactions
• Supporting the structuring and execution of more complex trade finance transactions
• Ensuring accurate booking and proper follow-up of operations within the bank’s systems

• Previous experience in Trade Finance / Documentary Credits within a banking environment
• Strong knowledge of UCP rules (Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits) and international trade finance practices
• Experience with bank guarantees and documentary collections is considered a strong asset
• Good understanding of operational and accounting aspects of trade finance transactions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously
• Professional level of English

At Lexton Stanley, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Please note that only candidates whose profiles match the requirements will be contacted.