Trade Finance Specialist / Trade Operations Analyst

Role Description This part-time remote role of Trade Finance Specialist / Trade Operations Analyst focuses on supporting trade finance activities for clients across ESS’s core industries. The role involves reviewing and processing trade finance documentation, with a particular emphasis on Letters of Credit, in alignment with applicable rules and regulations. The specialist will monitor transaction lifecycles, track key dates and conditions, and coordinate with internal teams and external partners to resolve operational issues. Daily tasks include analyzing trade finance requirements, ensuring compliance with UCP 600, identifying risks, and providing clear guidance to stakeholders. The role also includes maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and supporting business relationship managers with trade-related insights to facilitate smooth, compliant transactions.
Qualifications
* Strong trade finance expertise, including practical experience with Trade Finance and Finance activities.
* Hands-on experience with Letters of Credit and working knowledge of UCP 600 and related international trade rules.
* Business Relationship Management skills to collaborate effectively with clients, banks, and internal teams.
* Ability to analyze financial and contractual documentation, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in en\_US and strong organizational and time-management abilities.
* Comfort working independently in a remote, part-time environment, using digital tools to manage workflows.
* Previous experience in trade operations, banking, or corporate finance is beneficial; exposure to energy or industrial sectors is a plus.
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.