Cash & Trade Proc Lead Analyst - C13 - CHENNAI

Description of Role:

Reporting to the NA Cash & Trade Processing Senior Group Manager, this position will provide North America Trade Operations with technical expertise and guidance, with regards to guidelines issued by International Chamber of Commerce (UCP / ISP/URR/ URDG etc.), and provide solutions to address any risk situation by referring to previous court cases, as applicable, and by coordinating / discussing with various banking committees. This position will also requires the candidate to work remotely with our Operations, Legal and business partners Globally across multiple countries and provide trainings as required with regards to the Trade Business and applicable rules, guidelines, policies and market best practices.

Key Competencies / Responsibilities:

• 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;
• Advanced Skills in MS Office