Job Title: Trade Finance Manager 

Job Description:

We are hiring a Trade Finance Manager for one of our boutique clients in the oil trading sector. This is a key leadership role requiring deep financial expertise, especially within the oil and gas industry. The ideal candidate will be CDCS certified and experienced in managing complex financial operations, compliance, and reporting specific to energy trading environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all trade finance operations while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and international trade standards.

• Develop and implement financial strategies to optimize cash flow, enhance profitability, and mitigate financial risks.

• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements and trade-related reports to senior leadership.

• Liaise with banks, financial institutions, and internal departments to manage letters of credit, trade documents, and financial transactions.

• Support commercial teams in structuring trade deals from a financial and regulatory perspective.

• Ensure financial controls and systems are up to date and in line with best practices for oil trading.

Qualifications:

• Mandatory CDCS Certification (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist).

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management within the oil trading industry.

• Proficiency in trade finance tools, banking operations, and financial reporting systems.

• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Salary & Benefits:

• AED 17,000 – 18,000/month

• Comprehensive medical insurance

• Annual flight allowance

Preferred Candidate:

• Career Level: Mid Career

• Industry Background: Oil & Gas / Trading / Finance