Trade & Finance Executive

Job description / Role

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Trade & Finance Executive to enhance our Finance team. The role will include the following responsibilities but not limited to:
- Issuing of LCs , Amendments, TRs and Tender / Performance Bonds.
- Negotiating preferential rates with banks for high value LCs / TRs.
- Ensuring Bills under Usance LC paid on due date by applying TR or requesting the same to be included in daily cash planning.
- Checking of documents negotiated under LC.
- Checking of Bank Charges pertaining to LCs / TR Interest Rates.

Requirements

1) Qualification At least hold a Bachelor degree (preferably in Finance) but CDCS (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist) will be an advantage
2) Relevant experience of at least 8 15 years in a reputed organization including Trade Finance Experience (handling L/Cs, Issuance of Bank Guarantees / Bonds etc.) of at least 5 years. Candidates with previous experience in the chemical industry will be given preference.
3) Must have experience of handling banking relationships.
4) Good Negotiation & Planning skills.
5) Excellent Communication skills both verbal and written.
6) Above average IT skills is an advantage.
7) Mature, Hardworking, Result oriented and a Team player.

The role needs to be filled urgently. Competitive salary and benefits in line with industry standards will be offered.

About the Company

The year 1995 saw the inception of Petrochem Middle East FZE. We have since transformed the face of the regional petrochemical business and become one of the largest independent chemical distributors in the Middle East.

Petrochem has built one of the most modern, state-of-the-art distribution terminals in Jebel Ali. This facility includes bulk Storage Sea fed tanks, dedicated drum storage facilities, four fully automated drumming lines and a separate dry goods storage area. The terminal adheres to the strictest of health and safety norms and is environment friendly, making sure all operations upkeep the health and safety of its personnel.

We began operating from one office in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, but rapid developments and a focused vision have ensured Petrochem’s global expansions. We currently have offices in Dubai, Jebel Ali, Shanghai, Antwerp and London. We also have an office and distribution facilities in Singapore, India and United Arab Emirates.

We are an ISO 9001:2008 company and also have ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 accreditations.