Manager, Trade Services (Penang)

Hong Leong Bank

Pulau Pinang
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

If you are looking to excel and make a difference, take a closer look at us…We are seeking an experienced trade service professional to join our Wholesale Credit Operations team. The Manager of Trade Services is responsible for the processing of trade transactions to ensure the timely completion of data input and filing of documents. This role reports to the Head of Trade Services Centre and the successful candidate will be based in our Penang Trade Services CentreJob Summary:

To process trade transactions via TE2000 (Trade computerized system).
Ensure documents are properly checked and authorized before submitting for approval (where applicable).
To perform balancing, reconciliation, self-audit, housekeeping of reports and follow-ups.

Key Responsibilities:

Check, Verify, Process and Input trade transactions in TE2000.
Examination of trade documents.
Ensure accuracy of transactions.
Ensure financing of trade transactions is in line with customer’s nature of business.
Tracking payments of outstanding bills.
To ensure compliance with guidelines, procedures, policies etc.
To be familiar with and have a working knowledge of regulatory requirements and ICC publications related to Trade.
Processing of Islamic trade transactions for Hong Leong Islamic Bank Bhd
Carry out any duties as may be assigned by Head – TSC or team leader from time to time.

Managerial (team/group responsibilities)

Monitor morale and constantly motivate officers and staff by encouragement and by creating awareness of the bank’s values and to ensure staff attain such standards.
Train staff to attain the level of expertise required
Identify and manage improvement initiatives in order to increase productivity
Identify risks in trade operations and take appropriate steps to eliminate or minimize these risks.
Troubleshooting all trade related issues involving processes

Job Requirements:

Candidate with at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accountancy/Banking/Business Administration or equivalent.
5 years and above of working experience in the financial industry with experience in trade operations.
Possess knowledge of consumer banking products and services as well as regulations governing the consumer banking business and products will be an added advantage.
Good written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with people at different levels.
PC literate with knowledge in Microsoft Office Appliances.

About Hong Leong BankWe are a leading financial institution in Malaysia backed by a century of entrepreneurial heritage. Providing comprehensive financial services guided by a Digital-at-the-Core ethos has earned us industry recognition and accolades for our innovative approach in making banking simpler and more effortless for our customers. Our digital and physical offerings span across a vast nationwide network in Malaysia, strengthened with an expanding regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China.We seek to strike a balance between diversity, inclusion and merit to achieve our mission of infusing diversity in thinking and skillsets into our organisation. Candidates are assessed based on merit and potential, in line with our mission to attract and recruit the best talent available. Expanding on our “Digital at the Core” ethos, we are progressively digitising the employee journey and experience to provide a strong foundation for our people to drive life-long learning, achieve their career aspirations and grow talent from within our organisation.Realise your full potential at Hong Leong Bank by applying now.

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