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Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations

Job Overview
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest financial institution, is seeking a Trade Finance Officer to join its Centralised Operations team. This role is essential in delivering accurate and timely processing of trade finance transactions while ensuring strict adherence to internal policies, compliance standards, and ICC regulations.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Banking
Function: Accounting / Auditing
Salary: 12000-16000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview
As a Trade Finance Officer within FAB’s Business Support Group, you will manage high-volume trade transactions for Wholesale and Consumer Banking clients. You will be responsible for processing, documentation, and risk oversight in accordance with global trade finance standards and internal operating procedures, contributing to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

* Execute end-to-end trade finance transactions including Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Collections, and Trade Loans
* Ensure adherence to ICC rules (UCP600, URC522, URDG758, ISBP, etc.), local laws, and internal SOPs
* Maintain zero operational loss, income leakage, or high-risk errors
* Monitor TAT and achieve 95% or higher adherence to service level standards
* Deliver customer-focused service by maintaining a complaint-free, efficient processing environment
* Participate in internal audits and ensure nil breaches in compliance, reconciliations, and policy adherence
* Identify process improvements and contribute to departmental efficiency initiatives
* Support cross-functional desks as needed to maintain business continuity
* Handle documentation related to trade products including shipping, insurance, and IMB procedures
* Maintain updated knowledge of Incoterms 2010 and international banking regulations

Job Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; CITF certification preferred
* Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in trade finance operations within a bank
* Strong understanding of trade documentation, ICC rules, and risk controls
* Familiarity with core banking systems and digital workflows
* Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access) and analytical tools
* Strong communication, presentation, and analytical thinking skills
* Knowledge of SWIFT messaging and insurance-related trade processes is an advantage

What We Offer

* Opportunity to grow within one of the world’s safest financial institutions
* Structured career development programs and cross-functional exposure
* Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance
* Access to global best practices in trade finance and banking operations

About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE’s largest and one of the world’s most secure financial institutions, offering a full suite of banking services to individuals and businesses across global markets. FAB’s Centralised Operations team supports the bank’s mission through secure, accurate, and high-volume transaction processing aligned with international compliance and governance standards.

Job Title Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations Job Description Trade Finance Officer - Centralised Operations Job Overview First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest financial institution, is seeking a Trade Finance Officer to join its Centralised Operations team. This role is essential in delivering accurate and timely processing of trade finance transactions while ensuring strict adherence to internal policies, compliance standards, and ICC regulations. Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Industry: Banking Function: Accounting / Auditing Salary: 12000-16000 monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Candidate Current Location: Any Job Type: Full-time Job Overview As a Trade Finance Officer within FAB’s Business Support Group, you will manage high-volume trade transactions for Wholesale and Consumer Banking clients. You will be responsible for processing, documentation, and risk oversight in accordance with global trade finance standards and internal operating procedures, contributing to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities * Execute end-to-end trade finance transactions including Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Collections, and Trade Loans * Ensure adherence to ICC rules (UCP600, URC522, URDG758, ISBP, etc.), local laws, and internal SOPs * Maintain zero operational loss, income leakage, or high-risk errors * Monitor TAT and achieve 95% or higher adherence to service level standards * Deliver customer-focused service by maintaining a complaint-free, efficient processing environment * Participate in internal audits and ensure nil breaches in compliance, reconciliations, and policy adherence * Identify process improvements and contribute to departmental efficiency initiatives * Support cross-functional desks as needed to maintain business continuity * Handle documentation related to trade products including shipping, insurance, and IMB procedures * Maintain updated knowledge of Incoterms 2010 and international banking regulations Job Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; CITF certification preferred * Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in trade finance operations within a bank * Strong understanding of trade documentation, ICC rules, and risk controls * Familiarity with core banking systems and digital workflows * Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access) and analytical tools * Strong communication, presentation, and analytical thinking skills * Knowledge of SWIFT messaging and insurance-related trade processes is an advantage What We Offer * Opportunity to grow within one of the world’s safest financial institutions * Structured career development programs and cross-functional exposure * Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance * Access to global best practices in trade finance and banking operations About the Company First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE’s largest and one of the world’s most secure financial institutions, offering a full suite of banking services to individuals and businesses across global markets. FAB’s Centralised Operations team supports the bank’s mission through secure, accurate, and high-volume transaction processing aligned with international compliance and governance standards. Post Details

Job Start Date 1970-01-01 Salary from 12000.00 Salary to 16000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Abdu Dhabi Location City Abu Dhabi

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Banking Job Function Job Functions -> Accounting/Auditing Employers Details Company First Abu Dhabi Bank Contact Person HR Manager Designation HR Manager Telephone +971 2 681 1511 Email atyourservicebankfab.com