Senior Officer Trade Finance - Mandarin Speaking

About Us

Bank of China London Branch is the first ever overseas Chinese financial institution in a global financial services hub. Established in 1929, Bank of China has expanded steadily in the UK and has become the first choice for both Chinese 'going-out’ customers and local UK customers seeking to establish relationships with China, with branches all across the UK including the City of London, London Chinatown, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow.

The Bank is taking a leading role amongst UK based Chinese financial institutions and is one of the mainstream foreign banks in the European market.

Position summary

As a Senior Officer Trade Finance - Mandarin Speaking, you will be responsible for the development of China-related traditional Trade Finance and BOC joint Trade Finance products with the aim to increase the profit. This is a full time permanent position.

• Drive the sales and marketing of trade finance products by delivering high-quality service to clients while optimising customer satisfaction and increasing portfolio growth
• Ensure KPI targets are met by packaging products, creating marketing materials (e.g. brochures, client manuals) and supporting relationship managers in providing tailored financial solutions
• Oversee the management of product policies, procedures, development plans, budgets, and compliance requirements
• Lead innovation in Joint Trade Finance and traditional finance products by implementing new product strategies and security necessary as per internal and Head Office processes
• Regularly review tariffs and terms to ensure competitiveness and alignment with business objectives
• Liaise with Head Office to ensure clear communication of product instructions, system updates and operational requirements
• Collaborate with assigned domestic branches to develop joint business initiatives, fostering collaboration and alignment
• Partner with correspondent banks to secure cost effective funding or refinancing solutions
• Prepare product statistics and reports to support the department and Head Office
• Ensure adherence to compliance and risk management protocols by conducting Know Your Business (KYB) and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for daily transactions
• Support credit, operational conduct and compliance risk management activities
• Assist relationship managers in post-lending management for trade finance related business to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance

• Degree educated in Banking, Finance or other equivalent
• CDCS, CSDG or relevant transaction banking certifications is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in the Trade Finance business in the Financial Services sector
• Combination of experience in product marketing and trade finance operation is preferred
• In depth knowledge of a wide range of trade finance products, international customs, and industry practices
• Good understanding of credit assessment and client creditworthiness
• Comprehensive knowledge of the UK Financial Services Regulatory Framework, including PRA Rulebook, FCA Handbook and relevant sourcebooks
• Familiarity with trade finance systems
• Marketing and sales skills
• Commercial awareness
• Attention to detail and organised
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent English and Mandarin communication skills
• Team player

What we offer

In return, we will offer a great working environment and supported learning, a competitive salary and benefits package.

In alignment with Bank of China (UK) Limited recruitment policy, Criminal Reference Bureau and reference checks will be carried out in the event of an individual being offered a position with us.

Bank of China (UK) Limited is an equal opportunities employer.

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How to apply

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