Head Of Trade Finance – Guarantees & Documentary Credit
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
Italy, Italy
Trade finance guarantees management
Letters of credit and documentary credit
Aml/cft compliance and sanctions screening
The Head of Trade Finance is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of the bank's guarantee and documentary credit operations, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
Job Summary
The Head of Trade Finance is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of the bank's guarantee and documentary credit operations, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
This senior leadership role requires driving process improvements, managing operational risk, implementing digital solutions, and ensuring full AML/CFT compliance within the team.
MUFG fosters an inclusive culture valuing diversity, collaboration, and innovation, supporting career growth and flexible working arrangements.
Matching Summary
The Head of Trade Finance is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of the bank's guarantee and documentary credit operations, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Trade finance guarantees management
Letters of credit and documentary credit
AML/CFT compliance and sanctions screening
Trade finance SWIFT message expertise
Operational risk and process improvement
Client relationship management
Team leadership in trade finance
Nice-to-have
Digital transformation and automation
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Process improvement mindset
Analytical and solution-oriented approach
Multilingual abilities including Italian
Key Requirements
8–10 years trade finance experience
5 years managing bank guarantees
Experience with letters of credit
Prior operational team leadership
Knowledge of UCP 600, URDG 758, ISP98
AML/CFT and sanctions expertise
Bachelor's or Master's degree
Professional certification preferred (CDCS or CSDG)