Standby Letter of Credit Advisor - Operations

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Stand Out in the World of Global Trade Finance

Are you a seasoned Standby Letter of Credit (SBLC) professional looking for an opportunity to leverage your expertise, influence complex transactions, and partner with clients on some of their most critical business needs?

At U.S. Bank Global Trade & Standby Services (GTSS), you'll join a highly respected team of trade finance experts supporting sophisticated commercial and corporate clients across the country. This isn't a production-focused role—it's an advisory position where your technical expertise, risk awareness, and relationship-building skills will be valued and relied upon.

As a Standby Letter of Credit Advisor, you'll serve as a trusted consultant to Relationship Managers, Credit, Legal, and clients, helping structure complex SBLC transactions, navigate legal documentation, and deliver solutions that support business growth while protecting the bank's interests.

Be the subject matter expert on complex SBLC transactions

Influence deal structure and client outcomes

Partner directly with Relationship Managers, Credit, and Legal teams

Work on sophisticated commercial and corporate client transactions

Leverage your expertise in ISP
98, UCP
600, and trade finance documentation

Join an organization committed to growth, collaboration, and exceptional client service

• Advise on complex standby letter of credit transactions, including issuance, amendments, and structuring considerations.
• Review and interpret credit agreements, reimbursement agreements, and related legal documentation.
• Consult with Relationship Managers, Credit, and Legal partners on transaction structure and risk.
• Serve as the go-to resource for complex, non-standard, and high-profile client requests.
• Guide clients and internal partners through the SBLC process with confidence and expertise.
• Support onboarding of new and complex client relationships.
• Deliver exceptional service while balancing risk management and business objectives.

• 3+ days onsite per week in either Charlotte, St. Paul, or Portland
• Monday - Friday 8am-5pm local time

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Eight or more years of relevant work experience

• Extensive experience in standby letters of credit, with strong expertise in complex deal structuring
• Strong knowledge of standby letter of credit rules, including ISP
  98 and UCP
  600
• Deep understanding of credit agreements, reimbursement agreements, and related legal documentation
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts to a variety of stakeholders
• Proven ability to deliver a high level of customer service in a fast paced, client focused environment
• Strong risk awareness and ability to provide sound recommendations in complex or time sensitive situations
• Ability to influence and guide partners without direct authority

Location Expectations

This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

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