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Vice President, Client Processing Manager - Trade Finance Operations

BNY  •  Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Client Processing Manager to join our Trade Finance Operations team. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

  • The Role holder will be responsible for leading multiple Trade Finance Operations teams servicing clients from APAC, Poland & US locations by providing quality support in facilitating the transactions and processes. This role may also involve managing multiple transformational projects working with various stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Ensures best-practice approaches for streamlining and optimization processes through workflow design and technology.
  • Applies in-depth knowledge and expertise on service offerings, proactive assessment and resolution of complex transaction issues. Manage/provide oversight on multiple projects in parallel aiding the teams in achieving the business objectives.
  • Participate in the risk and control committee and mitigate inherent and residual risk of the processes.
  • Assist Product and Relationship team on client-based solution and strategic business case. Design and provide technical training and create process guide and manual for the process
  • Act as an escalation point for complex problems and guide less experienced staff in resolving the same. Responsible for crafting solutions and methods to resolve issues at hand and similar issues in the future.
  • Responsible for achievement of team / organizational goals. Ensure teams are equipped to operate and attain team / organizational objectives. Manages the human resources of the team, including recruitment, training, coaching, performance management and career development. May manage the financial resources of the team (budgets, expenses, etc.).
  • Responsible for structuring Letters of Credit or Standby LC/ Guarantees by collaborating with the Clients, Legal, Product, Risk & Compliance
  • As a documentary credit specialist, provide comprehensive training to the team in issuance, confirmation vetting, and document examination processes, while developing a skilled workforce to meet client requirements and support business objectives.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field required. -
    • Advanced degree or professional certifications in finance or business administration preferred.
  • Typically 5-8 years of experience in transaction processing or related field within financial services.
  • Experience in Letters of Credit, Document Examination, Standby LC, guarantees function well versed with UCP, URDG and ISP guidelines is required.
  • Applicable local / regional licenses or certifications as required by the business. Trade Certifications (example: CDCS, CSDG etc.) is added advantage.
  • A strong knowledge of Sanctions, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Boycott guidelines, as well as their relevance to Trade Finance, is highly desirable.
  • Prior experience working in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment, leading a team is required.

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Here’s a few of our recent awards:

  • America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
  • World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
  • “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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About BNY

We help make money work for the world — managing it, moving it and keeping it safe. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system, we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investable assets. Today we help over 90% of Fortune 100 companies and nearly all the top 100 banks globally access the money they need. For more than 240 years we have partnered alongside our clients to create solutions that benefit businesses, communities and people everywhere.

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Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
1784
Website
bny.com
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