Principal Investment Officer: Trade Finance

Are you a seasoned trade finance expert ready to build something from the ground up?

The client is seeking a Principal Investment Officer: Trade Finance to lead the development, systems setup, and execution of structured and non-structured trade finance transactions. The ideal candidate will combine strategic foresight with practical transaction execution expertise and will thrive in high-level stakeholder environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement the Trade Finance strategy and operational framework
• Lead the execution of complex trade finance transactions, from origination through to closure
• Conduct detailed market research to guide product development and market positioning
• Collaborate with credit risk, compliance, legal, treasury, and external partners to deliver sound financial solutions
• Cultivate strong relationships with exporters, banks, DFIs, and other stakeholders across the trade finance value chain
• Champion innovation, governance, and risk management to ensure institutional compliance and portfolio health

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering or similar (CA, CFA, MBA, MSc preferred)
• Minimum 8 years senior-level experience in Trade Finance, Structured Trade, or Commodity Finance within a DFI, bank, or investment context
• Proven success in leading deal teams and closing structured transactions
• Advanced knowledge of financial markets, infrastructure development, and regulatory environments
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills across the African continent

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All positions will be filled in accordance with the company's Employment Equity plan. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.