Director - Structured Trade Finance
Posted date [2026-03-23]
(ID: 42993)
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Job Snapshot
* Role: Director Structured Trade Finance
* Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
* Industry: Banking
* Experience: 10+ years
* Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Director - Structured Trade Finance role in Abu Dhabi UAE within the Banking industry offers a senior opportunity to lead complex trade finance solutions and structured commodity financing initiatives. This role at First Abu Dhabi Bank focuses on originating, structuring, and managing trade finance transactions while driving revenue growth and strengthening global client relationships.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Finance
Salary: 40000-55000
(Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi;
please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
This role acts as a center of excellence for structured trade and commodity finance within First Abu Dhabi Bank. The position supports coverage teams in delivering tailored financial solutions, manages global trade transactions, and ensures strong risk management while contributing to the bank’s strategic growth in transaction banking.
Key Responsibilities
* Originate and structure complex trade finance solutions for corporate and institutional clients
* Manage end-to-end execution of structured trade and commodity finance transactions
* Develop and commercialize structured trade products aligned with market demand
* Collaborate with relationship managers to identify and execute trade finance opportunities
* Structure financing solutions including inventory financing, borrowing base, and prepayment facilities
* Monitor transaction performance and implement risk mitigation strategies
* Coordinate with credit, risk, legal, and compliance teams for transaction approvals
* Engage with external stakeholders including clients, banks, and consultants
* Prepare term sheets, credit proposals, and documentation for complex deals
* Drive revenue targets and optimize risk-adjusted returns on assets
* Identify market trends and enhance product offerings to maintain competitive advantage
* Represent the bank in industry events and strengthen market presence
* Develop client account plans to grow structured trade business and market share
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline
* 10+ years of experience in transaction banking with strong expertise in structured trade and commodity finance
* Proven experience in deal origination, structuring, and client relationship management
* Strong understanding of trade finance products, risk frameworks, and global markets
* Ability to manage complex transactions independently in a matrix environment
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Skills Set
* Structured trade and commodity finance expertise
* Financial structuring and deal execution
* Risk management and credit assessment
* Strong Excel and financial analysis skills
* Client relationship and stakeholder management
* Knowledge of global trade finance markets
* Strategic thinking and revenue generation
Why Join Us
* Leadership role within First Abu Dhabi Bank’s transaction banking division
* Opportunity to work on complex international trade finance deals
* Exposure to global markets and high-value transactions
* Strong career growth in structured finance and banking
* Collaborative and performance-driven environment
About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE’s largest financial institution, headquartered in Abu Dhabi. The bank offers comprehensive corporate and transaction banking solutions, with a strong focus on innovation, global trade finance, and delivering value-driven financial services across regional and international markets.
