Trade Finance Sales Unit Head - Transaction Banking

Trade Finance Sales Unit Head

Bank of Jordan, a leading financial institution in Jordan, is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Trade Finance Sales Unit Head to oversee and manage the bank's trade finance sales. As the Trade Finance Sales Unit Head, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, ensuring efficient and effective execution of trade finance services, and managing a team of trade finance sales professionals.

Bank of Jordan places a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards of professionalism. As the Trade Finance Sales Unit Head, you will play a vital role in supporting trade finance activities, fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, and contributing to the growth and success of the bank's trade finance business.

Job Duties:

1. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the trade finance unit, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
2. Oversee and manage trade finance operations, including import and export financing, documentary credits, bank guarantees, trade-related collections, and other trade finance products and services.
3. Ensure compliance with international trade finance regulations, industry best practices, and internal policies and procedures.
4. Manage client relationships and work closely with internal stakeholders to understand and fulfill customer trade finance needs.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Relationship Managers, Risk Management, Legal, and Operations, to facilitate smooth trade finance transactions and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
6. Monitor and analyze market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes related to trade finance, and provide recommendations for improvement and innovation.
7. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of trade finance professionals, providing training, guidance, and support to enhance their knowledge and skills.
8. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of trade finance activities, performance metrics, and risk assessment to senior management.
9. Drive continuous process improvement initiatives, leveraging technology and automation to enhance operational efficiency.