General information
Entity
About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.
We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.
As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities.
Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.
We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.
Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.
By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.
All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025
Reference
2026-112021
Update date
28/04/2026
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Operations
Complementary business types
Types of Jobs - Corporate & Investment Banking
Job title
Operations Associate (Documentation and Guarantees)
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Management position
No
Job summary
Summary of the position
- Processing/validate SG/HK/AUS trade commodities transactions (import letter of credit issuance, financing, guarantee issuance, export letter of credit advising, payment)
- Vetting of LC text and assist client in any queries related to their transactions
- Perform document checking for both import/export LC documents
- Perform price reasonable checks on commodity goods
Or - Act as a liaison officer liaising with the processing center and coordinate with internal and external client related to all trade related transaction
Main Responsibilities
- Ensure Back-Office processing of transactions and manage Operational risk
- (a) within acceptable technical risks and in compliance with bank’s rules and operation procedures
- (b) in conformity with conditions of transaction details
- (c) timely and accurately in relevant systems with correct data and posting of entries to P&L accounts
- (d) timely and accurately in all life events including payment, funding and resolution of suspense items
- Provide good customer services by maintaining good relationship with external and internal parties
- Business continuity
- (a) provide effective back-up for the team
- (b) work closely with other TCF teams wherever necessary
Main Responsibilities Details
- First check and/or counter-check import/export LC documents according to UCP600
- Review customer applications and clarify with customers on ambiguous terms, if any
- Ensure transactions are processed in conformity with transaction details
- Monitor payment/acceptance of import/export bills and ensure notice of refusal are sent within time allowed as per documentation
- Ensure data and accounting entry input into BO system are accurate
- Perform compliance check and vessel screening
Legal and Regulatory Responsibilities
- Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal Compliance requirements, including, but not limited to, the Singapore Compliance manual and Compliance policies and procedures as issued from time to time; Financial Security requirements, including, but not limited to, the prevention of Financial Crime and Fraud including reporting obligations to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer/Compliance Officer.
- Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure to be fully qualified to undertake the role. Complete all mandatory training as required to attain and maintain competence.
Secondary Duties
- Other duties as and when may be assigned by Dept Head
Position location
Geographical area
Asia, Singapore
City
Singapour
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
- CDCS certification will be preferred
Level of minimal experience
6-10 years
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of Commodity Trade Finance experience
- Well versed in UCP600, ISBP, ISP, Incoterms