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Team Leader, Trade Operations

Posted:May 20

Company Details
Name:Standard Bank Group
Industry: Banking
Website: http://www.standardbank.com/
Description: Standard Bank Group is the largest African banking group by assets offering a full range of banking and related financial services. "Africa is our home, we drive her growth” Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa, delivering exceptional client… Standard Bank Group is the largest African banking group by assets offering a full range of banking and related financial services. "Africa is our home, we drive her growth” Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa, delivering exceptional client experiences and superior value. This sets the primary goals and standard of excellence we intend to achieve in the medium term. With a heritage of over 150 years, we have an on-the-ground presence in 20 countries in sub‑Saharan Africa; fit-for-purpose representation outside Africa; and a strategic partnership with the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). In line with the realities of risk, regulation, technology and competition that characterise our operating context, we continue to invest significantly in our diversified operations; our people and culture; our systems and infrastructure; and our brand. In doing so, we understand that our commercial success and social relevance over the long term depends on placing our clients at the centre of everything we do, and ensures that the outcomes of our activities are a catalyst for growth on this continent we call home. The long-term foreign currency ratings for The Standard Bank of South Africa, the single largest operating entity within the Standard Bank Group, are: Fitch Ratings BBB- (negative), Moody’s Baa2 (negative) and Standard & Poor’s BBB- (negative). The group is listed on the JSE Limited, share code SBK, and the Namibian Stock Exchange, share code SNB. The largest bank in the world, ICBC, is a 20.1% shareholder in the group. Other than the 20.1% ICBC shareholding, 32.9% of Standard Bank’s shareholder base is foreign. We subscribe to the Code of Banking Practice, a set of principles governing banking in South Africa and ensuring the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and fairness. View more View less
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Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Degree
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Banking
Job Description

Job Description

  • The Team Leader, Trade Finance Operations, is responsible for overseeing the execution of both vanilla and bespoke trade finance transactions, ensuring strict adherence to internal procedures, regulatory and compliance requirements, and international standards, while driving operational excellence. The role balances transaction accuracy, risk management, and high-quality client service delivery, alongside leading and developing a high-performing team.
  • Additionally, the Team Leader serves as a key liaison between clients, internal stakeholders, and external counterparties, safeguarding the bank’s reputation and enabling seamless trade flows.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: 

  • First Degree

Professional Certification:

  • Certified Trade Specialist (e.g., CDCS, CSDG, CITR or equivalent).
  • AML/CTF certifications and risk management qualifications will be considered an added advantage.

Experience Required

  • 3-4 years banking experience with at least Three (3) years in Trade operations
  • Proven track record in structuring and processing trade finance transactions
  • Experience in risk identification, escalation, and mitigation within Trade Operations.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle complex customer queries.
  • A customer-centric individual with excellent communication and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and delivering operational efficiencies.

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Articulating Information
  • Developing Expertise
  • Directing People
  • Embracing Change
  • Examining Information
  • Making Decisions
  • Resolving Conflict
  • Team Working
  • Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

  • Trade Finance Products Knowledge: Practical understanding of Letters of Credit, Collections, Guarantees, Standby Credits, and Supply Chain Finance.
  • ICC Rules: Strong working knowledge of UCP 600, ISBP, URC, URDG, and other ICC guidelines governing trade instruments.
  • Risk Identification & Escalation: Ability to recognize Operational, Compliance, and Credit risks in transactions and guide/escalate promptly.
  • Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with AML/CFT requirements, sanctions screening, and local/international trade regulations.
  • Operational Excellence: Skilled in transaction processing, review, reconciliation, and documentation management.
  • Project leadership: in implementing trade finance platforms or digital transformation initiatives.
  • Trend analysis and reporting
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