Trade Finance Executive at Ascentech Services Limited

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all documentation for Imports and Exports related to banking and operations.
• Handle Trade Finance desk, responsible for TRMS portal trade forms, NXP, Form M, and others.
• Draft LC (Letter of Credit), and follow up with the banks for LC issuance.
• Presentation of documents to banks on shipments.
• Coordinate with the Country Finance Manager to negotiate banking terms and conditions on LC.
• Sourcing of Forex from CBN/I&E Window.
• Maintain relations with RMs for Import.
• Coordinate with all sister companies of ETC Nigeria on matters of export and import.
• Advise necessary changes to streamline export and import.
• Liaison with regulatory agencies for certification on NAFDAC, and SONCAP.

Requirement /Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, international business, or a related field
• Knowledge of trade laws and regulations, including import/export requirements and international sanctions
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in trade finance management, preferably in a similar industry or organization
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills