<p>About the Role:</p> <p>Responsible for processing International Trade Services transactions activities and provide technical assistance to the International Banking division and bank associates including but not limited to issuance of Commercial Letters of Credit, Standby Letters of Credit, and Amendments. Advise and negotiate commercial letters of credit, banker's acceptances, import and export documentary collections, trade loans and supply chain management</p> <ul> <li> <p>Processes a wide range of International Trade Services transactions under guidance from the International Banking Operations manager. Responsible for daily international services transactional activity.</p> </li><li> <p>Responsible for liability and risk management, compliance, quality control and customer satisfaction.</p> </li><li> <p>Examines applications for import and standby letters of credit and amendments approved by lending officers and ensures information is complete and in compliance with worldwide trade regulations.</p> </li><li> <p>Provides technical assistance to customers, staff, colleagues and other Bank personnel regarding all aspects of International Services.</p> </li><li> <p>Counter-signs on all documentary credits, along with Operations Manager, to signify product meets proper risk standards.</p> </li><li> <p>Controls customer liability according to credit approvals and supervises customer trade finance documentation requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Reviews and approves the issuance of all Standby Letters of Credit.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities - knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.</p> </li><li> <p>Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.</p> </li><li> <p>May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.</p> </li><li> <p>Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.</p> </li><li> <p>Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.</p> </li><li> <p>Embraces our vision to become "Business Bank of Choice"</p> </li><li> <p>May perform other duties as assigned.</p> </li></ul> <p>About You:</p> <ul> <li> <p>More than 10 years - of relevant International Banking operations experience, with significant experience successfully managing the most complex and valuable customers (Required)</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent relationship management and business development abilities, analytical and problem solving skills, sales skills, and credit quality skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Proven track record of success and demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: import/export documentation, import issuance, export advising/confirming, standby issuance documentation, letters of credit collateral, and bankers' acceptances procedures.</p> </li><li> <p>Advanced knowledge of the international Chamber of Commerce (ICC) regulations required for Letters of Credit and Documentary Collections.</p> </li><li> <p>Advanced knowledge of commercial and international lending policies, procedures, practices and documentation.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage customer relationships including correspondent and foreign banks and US Customs Brokers and freight forwarders.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as Word and Excel, and other business machines.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to train and present to small and large audiences or has the interest in learning to train and present.</p> </li></ul> <p>Travel Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Occasional </li></ul> <p>The pay range for this role is $72,00.00 - $90,000.00.</p> <p>The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.</p> <p>Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).</p> <p>450 Sansome Street Suite 1550 San Francisco CA 94111</p> <p>Our Benefits:</p> <p>We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.</p> <p>We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.</p> <p>Our Commitment to Diversity:</p> <p>Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com.</p> <p>To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:</p> <p>Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.</p>