Decision-making skills
Trade Finance Operations Officers may make decisions for trade financing transactions.
Trade Finance Operations Officers
Descriptions & Duties
- Trade Finance Operations Officers supervise and direct the provision of accurate and timely service on the finance of imports and exports with or without letters of credit, collections, incoming and outgoing payments, foreign exchange, indemnities of letters of credit and acceptances in support of trade financing transactions.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Detail oriented
Trade Finance Operations Officers must pay close attention to the details of trade financing market.
Math skills
To judge the profitability of potential deals, Trade Finance Operations Officers must have strong math skills.
Knowledge of trade finance products
Trade Finance Operations Officers require thorough knowledge on trade finance products in order to provide accurate and timely trade financing service.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
A recognised bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics or equivalent
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $40,000-$60,000
Work Environment
- Trade Finance Operations Officers generally work in an office setting. They need to work overtime to meet deadlines.
