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PLEASE NOTE - this can be based either in South West, South East (including London), or North East.
City Elite are delighted to be assisting one of our longest serving clients in their search for a Trade Finance Sales person - Associate Director. This role will be supporting clients across SME & Mid Corporates so it is essential that you have experience dealing with this clientele.
Within Trade Sales, the role is to support clients with working capital and risk management needs, using products such as Trade Finance, Letters of Credit, Collections, Bonds, Guarantees and Indemnities.
You will deliver comprehensive working capital solutions to clients, driving performance through income and asset growth. Collaborate with regional stakeholders and product specialists to develop strategic business plans.
Key Accountabilities:
- Define regional sales strategy with key stakeholders
- Identify and develop trade solutions meeting customer working capital needs
- Lead product specialist relationships for existing and target clients
- Expand client relationships through targeted trade solutions
- Prepare and submit credit applications
- Act as primary client contact for trade transactions
- Manage portfolio risk and ensure regulatory compliance
Key Capabilities:
- Advanced technical knowledge of trade products and solutions
- Proven trade sales and business development experience
- Strong risk management and regulatory understanding
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Superior communication and presentation abilities
- Sound commercial and technical decision-making
- Financial acumen with economic return principles
Desirable Qualifications:
- Postgraduate economics, finance, or management degree
- Institute of Export - Certified International Trade Advisor certification
This role offers significant personal and professional development opportunities within a dynamic financial environment.
