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Product Management Specialist - Trade Finance (Doc Trade), Global Transaction Servicesnew

DBS Bank (DBS Bank) · Bank

Job Purpose

The Trade Product Specialist in Global Transaction Services will be responsible for managing the trade finance product suite and facilitating complex trade deals and transactions, with a focus on documentary trade. This role focuses on aligning products with client needs, managing risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance, while fostering product innovation and revenue growth.

Responsibilities

  • Product Strategy & Development: Develop and execute strategies for documentary trade product solutions (e.g. Letter of Credit, Bank Guarantee, Invoice Financing, etc).
  • Product Management: Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, monitor performance (profitability, utilization, risk), and optimize pricing strategies.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal teams (Sales, Relationship Managers, Risk, Credit, Legal, Operations, Sales, Technology) and external partners to support product delivery and client engagement.
  • Risk & Compliance: Ensure product compliance with regulations and internal risk policies, working with credit and risk teams on transaction structuring and portfolio monitoring.
  • Commercialization: Drive product adoption and revenue growth across target client segments, supporting sales teams and gathering client feedback.
  • Digital Innovation: Improve operational efficiency through process optimization and digital solutions, collaborating with technology teams on platform enhancements and automation.
  • New Product Initiatives: Support the rollout of new Trade products and initiatives, including market research, NPA drafting, legal documentation, and tech specifications.

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge and experience in trade finance, specifically with documentary trade products and solutions, with solid understanding of credit risk
  • Proven experience in product development and lifecycle management within banking or financial services, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong understanding of international trade practices, regulations and compliance standards
  • Familiarity with digital trade finance platforms in the market or fintech solutions, is advantageous
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with internal stakeholders and clients
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • A proactive approach to identifying client needs and delivering solutions.
  • Ability to influence, collaborate, and present effectively across functions, with experience supporting sales and deal origination.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field

Location:

The Center

Job:

Product Management

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time

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