Trade Service Associate

Trade Service Associate
Our client is seeking a Trade Service Associate to support international banking operations by processing trade finance transactions and providing day-to-day operational and technical support. This role works closely with a senior team and plays a key part in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high service standards across international trade activities.

This role is onsite in San Francisco, California.

Trade Service Associate Responsibilities

• Process international trade transactions, including letters of credit, amendments, documentary collections, and related trade finance instruments.
• Manage daily transactional volume, initially handling multiple transactions per day and scaling to higher volume as proficiency increases.
• Review trade finance documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and global trade regulations.
• Support risk management and quality control efforts by following established controls and escalation procedures.
• Assist with workflow coordination, prioritization of requests, and resolution of operational issues.
• Provide technical and procedural support to internal partners and clients regarding international trade services.
• Monitor customer exposure and ensure activity aligns with approved credit terms.
• Collaborate with a team of senior associates and leaders to maintain service consistency and operational efficiency.
• Participate in ongoing training to build broader knowledge of international banking products and practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

Trade Service Associate Qualifications

• 7-10 years of professional banking experience, with exposure to operations, trade services, or international banking functions.
• Hands-on experience processing or supporting trade finance products such as letters of credit, documentary collections, or trade-related lending.
• Working knowledge of international trade regulations and governing rules related to letters of credit and documentary collections.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage transactional workloads in a deadline-driven environment.
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across teams.
• Proficiency with standard business software, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience.

Compensation: $32-$40/hr. (DOE)

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