Accomplished banking professional with 16+ years of progressive experience in trade finance operations and customer service management. Expertise in end-to-end trade finance processing (LCs, collections, guarantees), regulatory compliance, and team leadership. Currently enhancing qualifications through Bachelor's in Applied Psychology to complement financial expertise with behavioral insights. Bilingual professional (Arabic/English) recognized for operational excellence and process optimization in high-volume banking environments.
As a Senior Officer in Trade finance operations I was responsible for overseeing and handling trade finance products and services, including letters of credit, documentary collections,and trade loans.Handle end-to-end trade finance transactions including Letters of Credit (LC) ,documentary collections, trade loans. Monitor and ensure timely execution of transactions and settlement processes. import and export collections, bills of exchange, and documentary credits.Streamline operations by reviewing and improving trade finance processes and procedures.
Spearheaded migration to SWIFT Trade Messaging system, improving settlement efficiency
supervising and coordinating the activities of the teller team in a bank or financial institution.Provide guidance and support to tellers on complex transactions and customer issues. Address customer inquiries and resolve any issues related to transactions or account services.Supervise daily teller transactions including deposits, withdrawals, check cashing.Monitor and manage cash levels in teller drawers and the vault, ensuring accurate balancing.Train new tellers and provide ongoing training to the teller team on products, services, and compliance.
As part of my responsibilities as head teller, I handled the ATM replacement process. This involved rebalancing the machine by removing cash, restocking it with the appropriate denominations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and verifying that all transactions were properly reflected.
Letter of credit management
Trade finance knowledge
Cash handling expertise
Invoice financing expertise
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Multitasking Abilities
Strong verbal communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Attention to detail
Data analysis
I have a deep passion for psychology, which I am currently studying at university. Writing allows me to express ideas and reflect on personal and professional growth. Travelling helps me connect with different cultures and perspectives, which enriches my understanding of human behavior. Reading, especially in psychology and self-development, constantly inspires me to learn and improve. These interests support my goal of becoming a better communicator and a future mental health professional.