Senior Credit Specialist

Job Title : Credit SpecialistJob Location : Jersey City, NJResponsibilitiesJob Description : Transaction processing of all Standby letter of credit, Guarantee and Documentary letter of credit trade finance products offered by Client within the operational model in place at any given time:Issuance and maintenance of standby letters of creditAdvising/Confirming and maintenance of standby letters of creditExamination of default drawing and direct pay presentations (includes first or second examination function)Processing of written correspondence and verbal communications with internal and external customers associated with the resolution of technical letter of credit construction subject matter and other associated extraordinary processesCalculating and tracking fees and commissionsIssuance and maintenance of Documentary Letters of creditDrafting (redlining) technical terms and conditions language to ensure proper construction of standby letters of credit, guarantees and documentary letters of credit.Reviewing transactions for regulatory compliance and anti-boycott violations.Interacting with various parties of letter of credit transactions to resolve disputes, issuance construction, provide first and second level technical guidance, etc.Perform various administration functions related to the maintenance of letter of credit files.Resolution in a timely manner of inquiries received from internal and external clients. Includes escalating any potential problems or seeking clarification as appropriate.Ensure that all transactions are completed within the set timeframes/deadlines established by TFO management.Stay current on Trade Finance Guidelines and Regulatory/Legal requirements by reference to related publications if available, active participation in designated in house or external training, and on the job training.Perform Ad-Hoc tasks as directed by Team Leader / ManagementMinimum Required QualificationsStandby Letter of credit technical Letter of Credit experience (5-7 years) knowledge of Uniform Customs and Practices for Documentary Credits (UCP 600), International Standby Practices (ISP98), and familiarity with Uniform Commercial Code Article 5Working knowledge of AML, OFAC and U.S. Anti-boycott regulationsMicrosoft Office SuiteFamiliarity with bank accounting related to trade finance productsPreferred QualificationsStandby and Documentary Letter of credit technical experience (10 years plus) superior knowledge of Uniform Customs and Practices for Documentary Credits (UCP 600), International Standby Practices (ISP98), and familiarity with Uniform Commercial Code Article 5Exposure to an automated letter of credit processing environmentGood understanding of AML and OFAC Compliance regulationsGood understanding of Letter of credit contingent and fee accountingMicrosoft Office SuiteGood written and oral communications skillsGood understanding of drafting technical letter of credit terms and conditions for both standby/documentary credits.