Trade Services Associate

First National Bank of Omaha is committed to the success of its employees and is seeking a Trade Services Associate. This role involves advising customers on Global Trade Services products, managing trade processes, and ensuring compliance with banking regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise customers regarding all aspects of the commercial letter of credit, standby letter of credit, and/or documentary collection process including applications, issuances, amendments, payments, and general consultations. Handle complex issues and situations as they arise. Advise account officers and affiliate/correspondent banks regarding customer inquiries and requests
• Understand, follow, and stay current on changes in the UCP600, ISP98, URC522, ISBP, Incoterms, and any other rules, procedures, and issues pertaining to Trade Services and Trade Finance
• Follow the steps outlined in the Global Banking Group procedures documents covering the various trade services transactions
• Perform detailed examinations according to standard banking procedures of documents submitted for payment/negotiation under letter of credit and documentary collection transactions
• Handle each transaction and customer correspondence in an efficient and timely manner
• Examine documents against the related credit according to applicable standard banking procedures
• Maintain accurate records related to trade services transactions and ensure compliance with applicable bank and/or standard industry practices
• Report any suspicious activity according to First National Bank policy/procedures
• Create and maintain customer and transaction files according to the procedure(s) established by the department
• Understand and comply with bank policy, laws, regulations, and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to your job duties
• Complete compliance training and adhere to internal procedures and controls, as required
• Report any known violations of compliance policy, laws, or regulations
• Report any suspicious customer and/or account activity
• If applicable, ensure direct reports meet the above requirements and take action to address employee performance issues
• Exhibit professional behavior and promote positive working relationships
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Ability to prioritize production workload; work diligently, organized, detail-oriented
• Experience in consulting and relationship building with internal and external teams
• Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Time Off Programs
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
• Employee Banking
• Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

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