Manager, Trade Finance & Correspondent Banking (Commodity Trade Finance - Anglophone and West Africa) at African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

About the job

• Originate and complete commodity trade finance transactions across different African markets.
• Structure transactions, develop and negotiate term sheets, and ensure execution.
• Review legal documents to ensure alignment with approved commercial terms.
• Identify and structure trade finance solutions, including:
• Letters of Credit
• Trade Guarantees
• Collateral-Managed Warehouse Financing
• Receivables-Backed Financing
• Pre-Export and Pre-Shipment Financing
• Borrowing Base Facilities
• Reserve-Based Lending Facilities
• Assist in preparing and implementing the annual business development plan for the Commodity Trade Finance unit.
• Develop tactical marketing strategies to promote Afreximbank’s trade finance solutions to corporate and financial clients.
• Conduct roadshows, presentations, and client meetings to enhance Afreximbank’s visibility in commodity trade finance.
• Establish relationships with commodity traders, exporters, importers, mining companies, and international financial institutions active in Africa.
• Manage the commodity trade finance portfolio, ensuring efficient origination, credit approval, and contracting.
• Monitor the performance of trade finance transactions, ensuring compliance with approved structures and risk policies.
• Support the Credit Department by providing required transaction data for risk assessment.
• Collaborate with Legal and Banking Operations to finalize transaction documentation and facilitate timely disbursement.
• Develop strong relationships with African financial institutions, corporates, commodity traders, and government agencies.
• Ensure adherence to Afreximbank’s AML, Regulatory, and Conduct Compliance policies, including:
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Counter-Terrorism Financing
• Conflicts of Interest & Insider Trading Policies
• Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) Guidelines
• Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities to the Compliance Department.
• Complete the Annual Compliance Training & Assessment.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Banking, Finance, or a related field from a recognized university.
• A professional certification in Banking or International Trade Finance is an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in trade finance, structured trade finance, commodity finance, or corporate banking.
• Strong knowledge of syndications, co-financing, correspondent banking, risk participation, and structured trade finance instruments.
• Proven experience working with banks, commodity traders, and corporate clients to structure trade finance solutions.
• Ability to originate, execute, and manage commodity trade finance transactions.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Expertise in trade finance structuring, credit risk assessment, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, transaction structuring, and commodity-backed financing.
• Strong understanding of international trade finance instruments, structured trade products, and risk mitigation strategies.

Soft Skills:

• Fluency in English is required (French, Arabic, or Portuguese is an advantage).
• Strong relationship management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to handle multiple transactions simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and strategic thinking.
• Willingness to travel extensively to engage with stakeholders and oversee trade finance initiatives.