Trade Finance Officer Middle Office
First Abu Dhabi Bank
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Experience
1 - 7 Years
Job Location
Education
Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)
Nationality
Any Nationality
Gender
Not Mentioned
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Job Description
This Trade Finance Officer role is responsible for processing and authorizing funded and unfunded Trade Finance products within the Trade Middle Office. The position ensures accurate, timely, and compliant execution of trade transactions while maintaining strong risk management and adherence to regulatory standards. The role supports Trade Finance activities across Wholesale Banking, Islamic Banking, Financial Institutions, Investment Banking, and Consumer Banking.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and authorize all funded and unfunded Trade Finance products in accordance with established procedures
- Ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of trade transactions
- Maintain strong compliance with internal controls, bank policies, and regulatory requirements
- Support execution of Trade Finance transactions originated by CIB, CB, FI, IB, Islamic Banking, and Consumer Banking
- Monitor transaction workflow to meet service-level standards and minimize operational risks
- Perform detailed checks on transaction documentation to ensure correctness and completeness
- Coordinate with front office teams, Trade Operations, risk functions, and other stakeholders
- Escalate discrepancies, risks, or compliance concerns promptly
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trade finance rules, sanctions requirements, and regulatory changes
- Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors
- Ensure proper recordkeeping and audit readiness for all processed transactions
- Support system updates, reporting activities, and internal reviews as required
Skills Set
- Trade Finance processing
- Documentation review
- Risk and compliance awareness
- Transaction authorization
- Operational accuracy
- Cross-functional coordination
- Regulatory knowledge
- Workflow management
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work at the core of trade finance activities within a leading UAE bank
- Exposure to diverse product lines across wholesale and consumer segments
- Strong development prospects in a specialized and high-demand banking function
- Stable, collaborative environment with focus on operational excellence
- Competitive compensation and long-term career growth
Desired Candidate Profile
Ideal Profile
- Experience in Trade Finance operations, preferably in a middle office environment
- Strong understanding of funded and unfunded trade products, documentation, and UCP/ISBP/URR guidelines
- Knowledge of AML, sanctions, and compliance requirements related to trade transactions
- High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work under time-sensitive conditions
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- Ability to manage workload efficiently and maintain service quality
- Team-oriented mindset with strong risk awareness
Company Industry
- Banking
- Financial Services
- Broking
Department / Functional Area
- Finance
- Treasury
Keywords
- Trade Finance Officer Middle Office
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First Abu Dhabi Bank
About the Company First Abu Dhabi Bank is one of the region s most respected financial institutions, recognized for operational strength, stability, and client-focused services. The bank offers a collaborative workplace where trade finance professionals support critical transaction processing across a wide range of business units and markets.