Responsibilities

Provide subject-matter input for policies, procedures, audits, regulatory reviews and management updates relating to Trade Operations.

Represent Trade Operations in cross-functional working groups and support training / knowledge-sharing on regulatory, SWIFT and operational change topics.

Support resolution of complex transaction or client escalations where regulatory interpretation, operational coordination or system change is required.

Knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of FEMA and the regulatory framework applicable to trade finance and cross-border transactions in India.

• Sound understanding of export / import transaction monitoring and closure processes, including EDPMS and IDPMS.

• Practical knowledge of SWIFT messages and release-change impacts relevant to cross-border trade transactions.

• Demonstrated experience in Trade Operations,



regulatory implementation, process governance and operational risk / control management.

• Ability to assess recent products or deal structures, identify operational and regulatory implications, and convert them into explicit requirements and controls.

• Experience in business requirements, UAT, implementation readiness, issue management and stabilization for technology or automation projects.

• Strong stakeholder management, client coordination, analytical, problem-solving, written communication and escalation skills.

• Graduate degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business or a related discipline. Relevant banking, trade finance or compliance qualification is desirable.

📌 Vice President, Trade Operations (India)
🏢 SMBC Group
📍 India