Trade Distribution Transactor, Vice President

The Trade Distribution desk is a global team responsible for the syndication, distribution and risk defeasance of the Trade business. The Distribution team is an integral component of Citi's leading Trade franchise and by engaging in distribution and risk mitigation activities, it supports the origination and balance sheet management of the Trade business.

• Credit Structuring skills and risk assessment experience within the Trade Finance, Commodities, Asset Distribution, EAF Pillars and Global Deal Review processes. Product knowledge of Trade Product set and the critical essential conditions as outlined in the Global Product Programs and Risk Acceptance Criteria


• Understanding product requirements i.e. PAP, operational processes, credit requirements, Treasury costing mechanisms


• Internal alignment with country or regional / product / sale counterparts for execution structured Trade Products


• Ensure governance over sub portfolio, country or sector designated positions to ensure related economics make sense and returns meet hurdles


• Communicate effectively with clients, Credit Agencies and investors to facilitate complex and structured Trade transactions that have multiple credit attributes and \or multiple parties to the transaction


• Conduct market reads for specific deals and markets where necessary


• Maintain the execution of Trades "originate-to-distribute model" and maintain liquidity in the Trade Portfolio


• Coordinate oversight of the overall operations process to ensure proper execution and minimize operational issues and inefficiencies


• Coordinate with legal and risk to update and incorporate changes to Program legal documentation for Client Agreements, Agency and as applicable investors agreements. (i.e. Distribution Finance Program Loan Documents, First Loss Amendments, True Sale Loan Sale Agreements, Collateral Agreements, Perfection and Cash Dominion clauses and processes, Credit Insurance and Protection Agreements, Recourse Level conditions, Export Credit Agency Agreements, Master Participation Agreements, BAFT, Master Trust Agreements, Equitable Assignment, Transfer Certificates, LMA standard documentation, Non-disclosure Agreements etc.)


• Execute against the Global Product Programs and the Local Country Addenda in country where these structured and complex Trade transactions are occurring


• Responsibility as one if the members and contributors as the first line of defense from an operational and credit risk management perspective


• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
  Significant relevant experience in financial services industry


• Experience conducting market reads for specific deals or sectors to inform transaction strategy and positioning


• Knowledge of Export Credit Agency frameworks and cross-border Trade Finance structures across multiple jurisdictions


• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
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• By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:


• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure


• A discretional annual performance related bonus


• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances


• Employee Assistance Program


• Pension Plan


• Paid Parental Leave


• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends


• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.