Job description

Our client is a leading international commercial bank with a significant global footprint, maintaining branches and offices in multiple countries. They are currently looking for a Trade Finance Specialist to join their team. You will act as a bridge between the front-office sales teams and the back-office processing hubs, performing critical middle-office functions to mitigate operational risk while maintaining high service levels for the bank's corporate client base.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute all trade finance business processes (Import/Export LCs, Guarantees, Collections) in full compliance with global rules and internal risk guidelines.
  • Perform technical vetting of Letters of Credit (LC) for import issuance to ensure workability and risk mitigation.
  • Review daily reports for matured or pending transactions to ensure timely settlement and prevent liquidity or operational lapses.
  • Managing pre-processing and post-processing tasks for trade products.
  • Monitor and reconcile transactions processed by the global processing hub to maintain data integrity and quality control.
  • Manage the dispatch of client advices via secure email and oversee the digitization of transaction files into the bank’s filing systems.
  • Provide process-driven, specialized advice to corporate customers, balancing client needs with the bank’s operational requirements.
  • Support Relationship Managers and the Trade Sales International team (Allrounders, Specialists, and Advisors) by providing pertinent technical information.
  • Apply rigorous scrutiny to all transactions in accordance with AML (Anti-Money Laundering), Sanctions, and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
  • Ensure all activities align with the latest regulatory mandates and internal "Global/Internal Guidelines.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Degree or Diploma in Business, Banking, Finance, or Law
  • CDCS (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist) designation is highly preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for reporting and data analysis.
  • Minimum of 2 years of specialized experience in Trade Finance Documentary Business.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "Apply Now" or email Jacqueline at jacquelinelee@morganmckinley.com for a confidential discussion.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Morgan McKinley Pte Ltd

Jacqueline Lee

EA Licence No: 11C5502

Registration No: R21100508

Get AI to assess your suitability to this job

Use AI chat of your choice: ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude — and:

  1. Paste this into the prompt:
    I am a jobseeker. Below is a job posting. Please: 1. Give a match score (0–100) based on my resume vs the job requirements 2. List my 3–5 key strengths that align with this role 3. List 2–3 areas to improve or gaps to address before applying 4. Give a one-sentence verdict: should I apply, apply with adjustments, or skip? Job posting URL: https://singapore.job-q.com/jobs/detail/trade-finance-specialist After reading the job, ask me to upload or paste my resume.
  2. Upload your resume in the same chat.

Job Summary

  • Published on: 05 May, 2026
  • Category: Accounting
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Salary: 5500
  • Location: On site
  • Job Nature: Permanent

Company Details

As a global professional services recruitment consultancy, Morgan McKinley connects specialist talent with leading employers across multiple industries and disciplines.


Our promise to you

You can get the best advice for your career at Morgan McKinley. Our team of consultants have either have an educational background in their sector or have industry experience. We take the time to listen to your long term goals and provide you with honest feedback to help you realise them.

Over the years many people have progressed their careers with us both here in Singapore and internationally and our global presence gives us insight into the domestic and international  markets. In Singapore we specialise in Banking & Financial Services, Legal, Compliance & Audit, Finance & Accounting, IT, Project Management, Sales & Marketing, HR and Supply Chain & Procurement.

A lifelong supporter of Singapore Property Listing PropertyVow