Job Summary

This role exists to ensure the accurate, timely and controlled execution of trade transactions across the end-to-end trade lifecycle. The role safeguards operational integrity by overseeing trade documentation, transaction processing, compliance controls and exception management while supporting efficient trade servicing for clients and stakeholders. 

•    Central Trade Testing team responsible for User Acceptance Testing across TP systems. 
•    Work closely with UAT Manager / UAT Trade Head 
•    Work closely with the UAT team to ensure ZERO PRODUCTION DEFECT in respect of Projects / enhancements being tested
•    Work  closely with the Trade Operations, Risk Project and constantly keep the UAT team well abreast of BAU developments / GDOIs etc. 
•    Work closely with Project team in ensuring smooth and timely execution 
•    Participate in EPIC / Demos / BRD as well as in FSD walk thru’.
•    Take active part in Defect Management calls and give proper inputs for DSRs.
•    To prompt red flags and update stakeholders of potential delays. 
•    Be responsible for Test Automation
•    Work closely with all stakeholders in the new initiative ‘Trade Express’ and any other Project being assigned
•    Work closely with Training team in providing training to Trade Operations staff
•    Be responsible for getting UVT nominations and Assist all UVT users during UVT window for all production & enhancement release.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities 
•    All artefacts for Testing are prepared, updated and uploaded in share point.
•    Ensure testing density
•    Ensure proper update of ADO while closing defects raised
•    Prepare Test cases and ensure Traceability and coverage
•    Ensure Test packs are updated properly and in full
•    Ensure Test Automation scripts are prepared and updated periodically
•    Maintain production defect logs related to every Software release
Trade Documentation & Verification
•    Govern trade documentation processes to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with applicable requirements.
•    Maintain high-quality record management practices that support regulatory, audit and internal review requirements.

Risk, Compliance & Fraud Prevention
•    Act as the first line of defence in risk management and identification of risk in course of daily operations. 
•    Comply with procedures and operating instructions as well as internal guidelines and policies which are designed to mitigate risk. 
•    Identify, highlight and escalate concerns appropriately to allow risk to be adequately managed. 
•    Contribute to and support process improvements for operational risk management.
•    Implement and maintain effective control mechanisms to monitor and manage operational risks
Operational Efficiency & Continuous Improvement
•    Drive operational process enhancements that improve service delivery, control effectiveness and scalability.
•    Implement sustainable solutions that improve process consistency and reduce recurring issues.
Stakeholder & Client Service Management
•    Collaborate with business, risk, compliance and technology partners to support seamless trade execution.
•    Manage stakeholder engagement to ensure effective resolution of operational issues and service requests.
•    Contribute to positive client outcomes through efficient transaction handling and responsive issue management.
•    Support business objectives by providing operational insights and recommendations on trade process performance.

Skills and Experience

Priority Skills    
•    Trade Finance
•    Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
•    Trade Reconciliation
•    Quality Assurance
•    System Implementation
•    Banking Operations Management
•    Business Communications
Other Skills    
•    Change Management
•    Continuous Improvement
•    Stakeholder Engagement
•    Talent Development
•    Project Coordination 

Motivations

•    Motivated by delivering accurate, controlled and reliable operational outcomes in complex environments.
•    Energised by solving operational challenges and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
•    Thrives in environments that value accountability, continuous improvement and high standards of client service.

Qualifications

•    Exposure to regulated financial services environments where accuracy, control and compliance are critical.
•    Exposure to complex trade processing activities involving multiple stakeholders, systems and operational dependencies.
•    Experience managing operational risks, transaction exceptions and process control requirements within high-volume environments.
•    Exposure to operational improvement initiatives focused on enhancing efficiency, service quality and risk management.
•    Experience collaborating across business, risk, compliance and technology teams to support effective trade execution.
•    Business English (required)

About Standard Chartered

We're a global bank connecting clients to our differentiated network, offering growth opportunities in the world's most dynamic markets. Our strategy, which combines cross-border capabilities and leading wealth management expertise, helps us deliver our purpose - to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity.

Over our 170-year history, and across a unique geographical footprint connecting Asia, Africa and the Middle East to each other and the world, we've built a bank like no other, with diverse capabilities and partnerships that set us apart.

What We Offer

• Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions, and geographies.
• In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global employee assistance programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and self-help toolkits.
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual, and digital learning.

Visit our careers website to learn more about us: www.sc.com/careers.