Assistant Manager - Trade Sales

Job Responsibility:

• Achieve assigned trade finance sales targets across products such as LCs (Letter of Credit), guarantees and supply chain finance.
• Assist in identifying and converting trade opportunities with SME and Corporate clients.
• Prepare and deliver product pitches, proposals, and term sheets in coordination with Relationship Managers.
• Structure bespoke trade solutions aligned with client needs and risk appetite.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers to drive cross-sell and deepen wallet shares.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical advisory on trade finance structures, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure smooth execution of trade transactions in coordination with operations and compliance.
• Stay updated with market trends, regulatory changes, and product innovations.
• Contribute to product development and digitization initiatives within trade finance.
• Ensure all customers and staff queries are attended to in a timely and efficient manner to ensure problem resolution.
• Liaison with FI Relationship Managers for LC confirmations, risk participations, and credit line utilization.
• Ensure transactions are processed within approved credit limits and country exposures.
• Ensure all trade transactions comply with internal policies, UAE Central Bank regulations and international standards.
• Monitor operational risks and escalate discrepancies or exceptions promptly.
• Maintain audit readiness and support internal/external reviews.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business or related field with additional certifications relevant to the position.
• 3-6 years of experience in trade finance sales and advisory
• Familiarity with trade products, FI coordination and compliance frameworks

• Competitive salary package
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing across the bank
• World-class Learning & Development platform and career development
• Generous annual leave entitlement and Private Healthcare

Preferential banking facilities for employees

About Us

EIB

Emirates Islamic was launched in 2004 to deliver the highest standards of banking services in line with Shari'a principles.

As one of the leading Islamic banks in the UAE, Emirates Islamic offers exciting career opportunities for highly motivated professionals and graduates. At Emirates Islamic, we believe that our Employees are our biggest asset and we continuously invest in Talent Management & Training and Development programmes to help them excel professionally and achieve success in their chosen career.

Emiratization is a key strategic objective at Emirates Islamic. We provide training to talented, young Emaratis under dedicated programmes that shape their ambition, passion & commitment and guide them to become the future leaders of the organization as well as the overall financial sector.

We are driven by our values of Innovation, Customer Service, Ambition & Ownership and are always looking for talent to add to our diverse work environment comprising of over 60 nationalities.