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Lead global trade structuring as Citi’s Core Trade Lead in New York
Senior role focusing on complex trade finance with LMA expertise and risk leadership.
Title
Core Trade Structuring Lead - SVP
Location
(sin ubicación)
Introduction
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Job Overview
Citi's Services organization provides an integrated suite of innovative and tailored cash management and trade and working capital solutions to multinational corporations, financial institutions and public sector organizations. Citi's Trade & Working Capital business is the market leader in delivering global trade and working capital financing solutions across sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Structure and execute complex, high‑value and non‑standard trade finance transactions, including Letters of Credit, Guarantees and structured trade solutions.
- Lead the structuring of transactions involving multiple jurisdictions, counterparties or banks, including risk participation, club and syndicated trade transactions where applicable.
- Draft, review and negotiate trade documentation, including LMA‑style or LMA‑based structures, in close coordination with Legal.
- Translate client needs into bankable, risk‑appropriate trade structures, working alongside coverage and product teams without assuming a primary sales remit.
- Act as a technical structuring expert, advising on risk allocation, documentation mechanics and execution feasibility.
- In close coordination with Product Management, contribute to the development and execution of regional trade structuring priorities, including delivery of complex, multi‑country solutions that support scalable and well‑governed portfolio growth.
- Manage end‑to‑end transaction structuring through internal approval and execution, with formal handover to Operations for processing and administration.
- Maintain ownership of assigned transaction pipeline and associated revenues.
- Conduct targeted wallet analysis to identify structuring‑led opportunities within existing client relationships.
- Coordinate closely with Credit Risk, Legal, Compliance and other control partners to support credit approvals and governance requirements.
- Apply consistent structuring and documentation standards across transactions and jurisdictions.
- Provide technical guidance to Trade Sales and Risk Distribution colleagues on complex or bespoke structures.
Governance and Risk Responsibilities
- Ensure all transactions are structured in line with internal policies, approved risk appetite and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Appropriately assess risk and reward at transaction level, including legal, credit, operational and reputational considerations.
- Ensure material structuring decisions, deviations and risk mitigants are clearly documented.
- Participate in audits, reviews and remediation actions relating to assigned transactions or portfolios.
- Adhere to the firm’s Code of Conduct and demonstrate sound ethical judgement at all times.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- 8+ years’ related experience in trade finance, with a strong focus on complex and structured trade transactions.
- Demonstrated expertise in Letters of Credit, Guarantees and structured trade solutions.
- Background in leading client core trade relationships
- Experience with bespoke documentation, exposure to LMA or LMA‑based trade structures is welcomed.
- Strong understanding of credit processes, legal documentation and risk frameworks.
- Proven ability to operate independently on complex transactions.
- Strong analytical skills, commercial judgement and attention to detail.
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group
Product Management and Development
Job Family
Trade Structuring
Time Type
Full time
Primary Location
New York New York United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range
$163,600.00 - $245,400.00
Benefits and Salary
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Anticipated Posting Close Date
Jun 08, 2026
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation Statement
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