Trade Finance Business Development Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Key Responsibilities:
Business Development:

Identify, target, and acquire new corporate clients with trade finance needs.
Develop and execute strategies to increase trade finance volumes and market share.
Build a strong pipeline of trade finance opportunities across key sectors.

Client Relationship Management:

Maintain and grow relationships with key corporate clients, financial institutions, and trading houses.
Understand client trade cycles to provide tailored financial solutions.

Product & Solution Expertise:

Advise clients on trade finance products including letters of credit, bank guarantees, documentary collections, Open trade payments etc.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with internal teams (credit, operations, risk, compliance) to ensure seamless deal execution.
Liaise with Group global trade finance desks (FIS) to tap into cross-border opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Marketing, or related field.
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in trade finance in a bank in South Africa, with a focus on business development and a progressive track record.
Strong knowledge of international trade practices, UCP 600, Incoterms, and local regulatory frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to originate, structure, and close trade finance deals.

Skills & Competencies:

Finance

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