AVP (Sr Exec), Trade Ops Officer- BA, TROC

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The Ara Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, MYS
In-Office
Senior level
Financial Services
The Role
Manage and process trade finance transactions (LCs, import/export financing, bankers acceptances, guarantees, collections), ensure compliance with policies, AML/CFT and SLAs, handle shipping documents, resolve customer queries, support team operations, and assist management with daily operational objectives.
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Company: 2201 United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

 

Roles and Responsibilities:

 

Process and approve (where authorized) relevant transactions guided by the operating procedures and standards set.

 

Ensure that the processing turnaround standards are achieved and that transactions are processed accurately and correctly.

 

Ensure awareness and full compliance of all laid down rules, policies, guidelines, procedures, practices and code of conduct imposed by the organization.

 

Establish and maintain close working relationship with Business, branches and other departments in the organization to facilitate the smooth running and processing of the day to day operations.

 

Assist the team management in overseeing the daily operations of the team and contribute towards meeting the team’s objectives

 

  • Process Trade Finance transactions such as Letter of Credit, Import and Export Financing, Bankers Acceptances, Bank Guarantee, Documentary Collection, etc.
  • Ensure handling of shipping documents and all trade financing are in compliance with policies, rules, guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures and Service Level Agreements
  • Ensure care and due diligence is exercised on day to day operational matters in relation to AML/CFT procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Attend to queries from internal & external customers
  • Acquire relevant knowledge and training while performing the day to day operations and provide advisory support to internal and external customers, when required
  • Handle ad hoc duties as and when assigned by Team Leader/Management

 

 

 

Requirements:

 

  • Possess a degree.
  • At least 5 years of relevant working experience.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated, team player with the ability to work independently under tight timelines.
  • High level of accuracy and ability to work under pressure.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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Skills Required

  • Possess a degree
  • At least 5 years of relevant trade finance or trade operations experience
  • Experience processing Letter of Credit, import/export financing, bankers acceptances, bank guarantees, and documentary collections
  • Knowledge of AML/CFT procedures and regulatory compliance in trade finance
  • Ability to handle shipping documents and ensure compliance with SOPs and SLAs
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated, team player, able to work independently under tight timelines and high accuracy
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The Company
HQ: Singapore
25,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1935

What We Do

We’re here to do Right By You. At UOB, we aspire to build a better future for the people and businesses in the region. Through our extensive network and suite of capabilities, we offer financial solutions to the people and businesses within, and connecting with ASEAN. We create solutions tailored to your unique needs through data and relationship-led insights. Our comprehensive regional network and one-bank approach connects your business to new opportunities in ASEAN. We help businesses to advance responsibly and guide personal wealth to grow sustainably. We foster inclusiveness and environmental well-being for stronger societies. This is how we stay committed to forging a sustainable future for generations to come. Note: For the terms of use of our LinkedIn channel, please visit: https://go.uob.com/socialmedia

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