Senior Manager, Trade Sales

Operating in the UAE for over 50 years, CBD manages the financial requirements of some of the largest corporates and businesses operating in the country, driving the UAE economy. Over the years, CBD has transformed into a progressive and modern banking institution winning multiple awards for its digital initiatives, credit cards, bank accounts, mobile app features and services.

CBD has been recognized as the number one bank in the UAE on the Forbes list of The World’s Best Banks 2022.

As we continue to build upon our successes, we are looking for ambitious individuals who are passionate about the banking and finance industry and the markets in which CBD operates. Just as important to us is your ability to demonstrate a talent for dealing with people - your colleagues and our customers and delivering service that really goes the extra mile.

Job Purpose:

Front-line position to manage Trade Sales & Advisory of Transaction Banking Products & Services of defined Coverage Area.

Principal Accountabilities:

The position represents an integral part of our Sales & Advisory Team working closely with assigned Coverage Teams in originating and executing transaction banking opportunities through market leading Transaction Banking, Trade & Working Capital, Supply Chain Finance, Asset Backed Lending & Digital Solutions and providing on-going client management services to ensure ramp-up of further wallet penetration.

Responsible for annual revenue targets agreement for assigned portfolio.

Establish strong relationship with assigned clientele to be their first point of contact for new transaction banking cum trade opportunities & for providing professional advice on transaction technicalities.

Handling complex trade transactions/queries, proposing appropriate trade finance & transaction banking solutions through transaction banking products assessment note (TPAN) in conformity with client’s business model & bank’s underwriting standards, to competent authorities to facilitate decision making.

Conduct wallet assessment to determine new areas for wallet & products penetration. Account Planning for ETB/NTB clients carries prime scope of this position.

Keep track of assigned portfolio revenues, volumes and monitor against planned targets.

Cross sell other flow products i.e. Treasury to ensure multi-product relationship.

Solicit business/leads through bene-marketing of counter parties.

Ongoing Client Engagement through regular client visits and phone calls.

Ensure professional execution of services by liaising with coverage partners, Trade Ops, FI, Compliance and other internal stake holders

Establish effective & professional communication (both internal and external) to ensure turnaround time within designated parameters and higher client satisfaction levels.

Facilitate capability enhancement of TB products selling techniques of the coverage team.

Keep abreast with recent developments in the local/international business environment & relevant market in-sights for betterment of the bank and existing product offerings.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Masters / Post Graduate Degree in Economics / Finance / Business Management

Overall banking experience of 12+ years with 6 to 8 years of experience in Trade / PCM products of Transaction Banking Sales function with local / MNC banks in UAE Market having expertise in handling Institutional / Corporate / Business segment clients from TB Products perspective.

Certification in Trade Finance will be an added advantage.

Commercial acumen and ability to prepare plans and strategies are essential.

Having relationship skills in handling both internal & external clients