VP/Director – Global Trade Finance UK

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: Crédit Agricole SA
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Category:
Types of Jobs - Corporate & Investment Banking Job title

VP/Director - Global Trade Finance UK Contract type

Permanent Contract Job summary

Responsible for the origination, structuring, documentation and execution of Trade Finance and Working Capital products (Receivables and Supply Chain Finance) to Corporate and Institutional clients. 1) Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the origination of Global Trade Finance (GTF) products, including but not limited to, Letters of Credit, Bonds/Guarantees, Receivables and Supply Chain Financing to Corporates and to Financial Institutions. Lead the full end to end sales process from origination, structuring, documentation to execution for new transactions. Promote Inbound and Outbound business with Corporates and Financial Institutions, liaising as appropriate with CA-CIB network. Promoting the continuing/increased utilisation of established facilities by regular contact/calling on clients. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of developments within the industry, Fintech/innovation and with CA-CIB products for this market. Producing call reports of client meetings, plus pitch documentation (as and when required) to update and disseminate information to clients. Ensure compliance on budget, financial control, RPC, audit and regulatory requirements as appropriate for the job description. Preparing the half-year and annual forecast. Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts (income, assets, and expenses). Monitoring monthly income to budget. Cross Selling within ITB and other product lines of Credit Agricole Group. 2) Risk

Managing the credit sanctioning process by preparing credit applications and presenting such applications to the relevant ITB committee. Assisting Coverage in the preparation of Credit Applications (Corporates/Banks) and advice in relation to proposed levels of participation. Ensuring that all necessary waiver requests and amendments are prepared and submitted to the Risk Department. Assess transactions (structure, reputation, technical, operational). Provide timely advice to the Credit Department of any changes in the quality of deals/transactions. 3) Counterparties and clients

Maintain and enhance relationships with other Financial Institutions involved with Trade Finance and ITB products. Maintain and enhance relationships with existing clients and target new clients in keeping with the business plan (in conjunction with Coverage) to help achieve a higher penetration of the UK market place. 4) Communication

Key Internal Contacts

Coverage - Attending ad hoc local coverage meetings to discuss current issues/business strategy/cross sell where appropriate. Legal RPC (Risk) ITB Network Syndications (DAR) Agency and Middle Office (AMO) Back Office Key external Contacts

Clients/Potential clients of CRÉDIT AGRICOLE CIB (Financial Institutions and Corporate Clients) External Legal advisers Trade Organisations Supplementary Information

Our commitment to you Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2023). We offer more than just a job. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated. Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment. With a people-centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact. Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know. Geographical area

Europe, United Kingdom City

London Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent. Experience

Significant relevant experience in Trade Finance. Extensive range of contacts in the market. Required skills

Well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Team player. Role requires incumbent to work and travel in the U.K. and in other geographic regions as required. Technical skills required

Detailed knowledge and understanding of relevant industry sector. IT literate (inter alia, Microsoft Office) Excellent marketing/selling skills (product). High degree of product knowledge. Languages

General information

Entity

About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB) Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022). 8,600 employees in more than 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle-East and North Africa, support the Bank's clients, meeting their financial needs throughout the world. Crédit Agricole CIB offers its large corporate and institutional clients a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade. The Bank is a pioneer in the area of climate finance, and is currently a market leader in this segment with a complete offer for all its clients. For more information, please visit

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