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Trade Finance Specialist

Russell Tobin
locationJersey City, NJ, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Full Time

Job Description

Role Overview

Performed objective assurance and consulting activities to strengthen organizational operations by evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance frameworks. Acted as a liaison with Risk and Compliance functions and provided actionable recommendations to business stakeholders.


Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluated and monitored risk management, control, and governance practices across business units, identifying gaps and recommending improvements aligned with best practices
  • Provided independent assurance and advisory support to business unit owners on risk and control effectiveness
  • Collaborated with Risk, Compliance, and Operations teams to address regulatory and operational risks
  • Reviewed and assessed Standby Letters of Credit, Guarantees, and Documentary Credits to ensure accurate construction and regulatory compliance
  • Drafted and reviewed technical terms and conditions for standby and documentary credits to ensure clarity, enforceability, and risk mitigation
  • Ensured compliance with AML, OFAC, and U.S. Anti-Boycott regulations within trade finance operations
  • Delivered detailed feedback and reporting to business unit management, including risk observations and improvement recommendations


Technical & Regulatory Expertise

  • Standby Letters of Credit (5–7 years’ experience)
  • UCP 600, ISP98, and UCC Article 5
  • Trade Finance risk and controls
  • AML, OFAC, and U.S. Anti-Boycott compliance

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interpret and draft complex trade finance documentation
  • Risk assessment, control evaluation, and governance advisory
  • Stakeholder management and consulting mindset


*** Pay Rate- $30-$32/hour


Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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