Trade Finance Analyst, CTSPD

Trade Finance Analyst, CTSPD

Description

Build a career with impact. Working at the World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve their greatest development challenges. As one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, the WBG is a unique partnership of five global institutions dedicated to ending poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, the WBG works with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record $71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit: https://www.ifc.org.

The Trade and Supply Chain Department (CTS) is one of the industry groups at IFC, with both investment and advisory services delivered to IFC’s clients through IFC’s global network. IFC's priorities in Trade are: (i) grow investment and advisory solutions in all regions it operates in, while achieving strong profitability and development impact (ii) build new and nurture existing client relationships to make IFC the preferred partner for key clients (iii) manage portfolio of assets for strong profitability and impact; (iv) support local companies, while improving transparency and corporate governance; (v) catalyze foreign investment, including mobilizing B loans, parallel loans, and other forms of capital mobilization; (vi) introduce and develop new financial solutions, products and platforms; (vii) build long-term partnerships with strong regional players; (viii) develop client, sector and country-level solutions through interventions that can be scaled and replicated; and (ix) be a thought leader and innovator of products and client solutions globally. 

Global trade is an engine of growth that creates jobs, reduces poverty, and increases economic opportunities. It is a key driver of integration and opportunities for local enterprises in emerging markets and developing countries. Financing trade is fundamental to the movement of goods at all stages of the supply chain and can have a strong development impact in developing countries. IFC’s trade and supply chain finance programs offer guarantees, risk-sharing facilities, loans, and other structured products to support trade in emerging markets. Through these various products, IFC has supported financial institutions, buyers/importers, and suppliers/exporters in more than 100 countries across all regions of the globe. To date, IFC’s Trade and Supply Chain Finance Department has supported over US$250 billion in global trade. 

CTS manages IFC’s trade and supply chain finance related products, starting with its flagship program of the Global Trade Finance Program (GTFP) and other programs. IFC is seeking a Trade Finance Analyst to support the Global Trade Finance Program (GTFP) and other trade programs.  The Analyst will be based in Washington, DC, and will report to the Global Manager, Products, CTSPD.  

Duties and Accountabilities:

The Trade Finance Analyst is expected to:
 
•  Process trade and supply chain finance transactions, amendments and cancellations by working closely with regional trade teams;
•  Work together with the Operations Team in Istanbul and contribute to ensure that transactions are consistent with all corporate guidelines, including the trade operational guidelines;
•  Communicate effectively with Issuing Banks and Confirming Banks if necessary, to clarify any issues related to transactions;
•  Perform regular compliance checks; 
•  Maintain contacts with GTFP Issuing Banks and Confirming Banks and stay abreast of market development;  
•  Track program activities by using the corporate systems and prepare the required reports; 
•  Support processing and reporting for insurance as well as other trade finance facilities; and
•  Support all other tasks requested by the Operations Head to support the Operations Team and other trade finance programs. 

Selection Criteria

•  At least Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or the related field is required;
•  Minimum 2 years of experience in trade finance with a local/international commercial bank/other financial institution or international organization;
•  Knowledge of commercial banking products and services, experience in correspondent banking relationships and international trade products;
•  Strong financial and credit skills along with analytical ability;
•  Strong teamwork and organizational skills; and
•  Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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