Trade Finance Officer

Trade Finance Officer City of LondonOffice based Permanent £50,000 - £60,000cer Financial are working alongside an international bank, who are based in the City of London. They are seeking a Trade Finance Officer to work with them on a permanent basis. The responsibilities of the Trade Finance Officer will include: Monitor the daily shared calendar and complete all scheduled follow-up tasks.Conduct initial checks of documents presented under letters of credit.Process trade finance payments and prepare related vouchers and documentation.Record accounting entries accurately in the Equation system.Review letters of credit and amendments for workability and advise beneficiaries accordingly.Process SWIFT messages relating to trade finance transactions (700 and 400 series).Maintain and update transaction registers.Reconcile trade finance exposure reports against outstanding transactions.Process the issuance and amendment of bank guarantees, including bid bonds, performance bonds, and demand/payment guarantees.Process inward and outward documentary collection orders.Liaise with customers regarding discrepancies and provide technical guidance on letters of credit.Conduct customer due diligence (CDD) and anti-money laundering (AML) checks in line with bank policies.Ensure all work is completed with accuracy, attention to detail, and due care.Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and the Bank''s Code of Conduct.Complete mandatory compliance and operational ..... full job details .....