Senior Relationship Manager - 100% (f/m/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Zurich

What we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced Senior Relationship Manager to strengthen the Commodity Trade Finance (CTF) department of TradeXBank AG in Zurich. In this role, you will be responsible for originating and managing an assigned portfolio of existing customers operating in commodity trade finance.

Your focus will be managing and developing a portfolio of customers operating commodity trade including, ensuring strict compliance with all directives and procedures of the Bank and the requirements of due diligence under the rules and regulation of Switzerland and any applicable cross-border regulations. You will be asked to offers high quality services in Commodity finance and offering a full suite of corporate banking products. The role requires strong sales capabilities and an in-depth understanding of Commodity trade finance and corporate products.

Your responsibilities

Increase the bank's portfolio operating in CTF
Manage and develop a portfolio of clients operating in CTF
Structure and review of new existing and new credit lines in accordance with clients dedicated needs and in line with the bank’s strategy
Prepare the Credit applications, Credit Approval forms (CCD) for submission to risk department and presentation to the Credit Committee
Assess and analyze corporate and transactional risks for existing and new customers
Regularly follow-up the clients’ financial positions, their general profitability, the collaterals or any other credit or non-financial risk (i.e. compliance risk) as part of the first line of defense responsibility
Structure and follow up the transactions with other departments (Financial Institutions, Documentary Credits, Loan administration, Legal department etc.).
Negotiate loan documentation and other legal documents
Follow up customer’s relation and foster cross-selling opportunities
Ensure the state-of-the-art KYC and compliance due diligence and periodic KYC and KYT review
Work closely with other departments for a cross-sell strategy

Your profile

University degree in Economics or qualification considered equivalent
Min. 7-10 years of experience in ‘Commodity Trade Finance Sector’ with a seniority of minimum 5 years as Relationship Manager in a Commodity Trade Finance Department in a bank
Strong technical and market knowledge in Commodity Trade Finance activities, with multicommodity experience
Good knowledge of banking products in general
Risk structuring approach
Excellent communication, marketing and selling skills
Good analytical and social skills
Good organization and administrative skills
Ability to adapt to different cultures and willingness to travel
Dynamic, self-motivated, result oriented
Team player – good cooperation/interpersonal skills
Fluency in oral and written English and German, French would be an asset
Computer literate with excellent command of MS Office applications
Possess a valid Swiss/EU passport or an applicable Swiss work permit (mandatory)

Your team

You will join the front-office team of the bank
Close exchange and collaboration with all teams and top management of the bank

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting your skills, experience and contributions
Attractive pension scheme and comprehensive health insurance coverage
Flexible working hours and possibility for remote work
Opportunity for professional development and growth
Dynamic and collaborative work environment

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About us

TradeXBank AG is a Swiss-owned boutique bank, specializing in Corporate Banking and Commodity Trade Finance (CTF). This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive and self-starting personality with hands-on mentality and a structured way of working to participate in the further development and expansion of the bank in a key position. It is the ideal time to join our team, as you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and be part of our exciting journey towards establishing TradeXBank AG as a leading player in the worldwide Corporate Banking.

If you fulfil the above requirements and you are looking for a challenging role in a multicultural and rapidly growing bank, please send us your full application (cover letter, curriculum vitae, reference letters and certificates).

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