Thorough knowledge of ICC Rules (ISP98, URDG758, UCP600, URR 725, ISDG, eUCP, URC 522 ISBP 745) and familiarity with ICC Opinions and DOCDEX;
Ability to structure/review complex Commercial Letters of Credit and SBLCs;
Experience with Government agency SBLCs; Insurance SBLCs, specialty products like guarantees program for IFC, Exim Bank, direct pay Letters of Credit for enhancement of bonds, and Trade finance through LCs;
Well acquainted with sound banking practices promulgated by Office of Comptroller of Currencies;
Readiness and capable to represents Citibank, N.A. at various domestic and international forums for Letters of Credit
Familiarity, from operational perspective, with LC Section in Syndicated Credit Agreement;
Familiarity, from operational perspective, with Letter of Credit law in USA – Uniform Commercial Code Article 5;
Experience working close and in collaboration with business, risk, compliance and trade legal;
Experienced in international banking practices for Commercial Letter of Credit and Standbys Letters of Credit and independent demand letter of Guarantee;
Familiarity with OFAC, AML, and U.S. Federal regulatory regulations;
Has in-depth knowledge of the multi-billion Dollar Trade Operations business environment;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the demonstrated ability to lead transparently at an advanced level;
Strong project, analytical, and investigations skills;
Proven ability to present complex ideas, negotiate and influence senior leaders across diverse functions;
Highly organized and able to manage resources and delegate workflow;
Successful track record leading projects and delivering superior results;
Ability to work remotely in a team environment;
Recognized as a change leader;
Strong problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to resolve issues that have impact beyond one’s own area;
Proven strong people management skills;
Proven accountability and ownership of E2E processes and programs;
Best practice sharing within the region and countries.
Liaises with multiple Operations teams to ensure a quality product is delivered to external and internal corporate and FI customers; Serves as analytical and/or procedural expert representing the unit on cross-functional operational project deliverables;
Resolves complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of basic customer requirements, operations and business processes;
Leads interaction with Global and Regional Product Heads.
Experience Required
Fluent in English written and spoken, Bilingual preferred (Spanish or French);
10+ years’ experience in Trade Document Checking or Trade Advisory role;
Certified Credit Documentary Specialist (CDCS) is a must;
Experience in working with Legal, Technology, AML, Credit, Sanctions, Finance and Treasury;
Bachelor’s degree, preferable Master Degree in Finance, Business;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;