MISSION
The Trade Finance & Treasury Specialist will focus on analyzing, structuring, and executing trade finance transactions involving Letters of Credit, while also contributing to broader treasury activities related to yield optimization, risk management, and ensuring smooth cross-border settlements. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in international trade finance and a proven ability to work effectively with banks, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deal Origination & Structuring
- Identify and develop trade finance opportunities that generate cost efficiencies or enhanced returns.
- Structure Letters of Credit with banks, suppliers, and buyers to optimize pricing, credit terms, and settlement conditions.
- Support negotiations on LC terms with counterparties to balance commercial advantage and risk mitigation.
- Market Intelligence & Business Development
- Monitor global trends in interest rates, FX, and bank pricing to identify new opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and key trade partners.
- Represent the company in discussions with external counterparties, ensuring credibility and trust.
- Contribute to strategy sessions on how trade finance and treasury tools can support wider business growth.
- Profitability & Performance Tracking
- Analyze transaction spreads and financial outcomes to ensure positive impact on bottom-line results.
- Develop dashboards and KPIs to track success of commercial initiatives in LC transactions.
- Recommend new commercial approaches, products, or structures to senior management.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in trade finance, LC operations, treasury operations or structured finance.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Strong technical knowledge of Letters of Credit.
- Familiarity with FX and interest rate dynamics in the context of trade finance.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to interact with colleagues of diverse cultures; respect for diversity.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English is required;
- Swiss or EU national or holder of a valid work permit.
