Manager, Trade (Business & Commercial Banking)
Stanbic IBTC Bank · Lagos
Stanbic IBTC Bank, a member of the Standard Bank Group, is one of Africa’s most respected financial institutions with over 150 years of banking excellence and operations across 16 African countries. The bank is known for strong governance, innovation, and a people-first culture.
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Strategy, positioning, and expert restructuring for high-stakes applications.
⚡ Limited weekly review slots • Structured • Results-focused
Who is this for?
Applicants applying for competitive funding, study visas, academic programs, research grants, or professional proposals needing expert-level positioning.
The Manager, Trade role sits within Business and Commercial Banking and is designed for professionals with hands-on experience in structured trade, commodity finance, and revenue-focused banking execution.
Core hiring signal: this role prioritizes practical trade deal structuring over generic banking exposure.
Job Overview
| Job Title | Manager, Trade |
| Job Ref ID | 80443853A-0001 |
| Location | Walter Carrington Crescent, Lagos |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Business Segment | Business & Commercial Banking |
Key Responsibilities
- Drive structured trade and commodity finance opportunities nationwide.
- Execute Trade Finance strategies aligned with Business and Commercial Banking objectives.
- Own the Trade Finance product suite and manage trade income performance.
- Oversee trade activities across relevant branches.
- Provide trade advisory support to relationship managers and key clients.
- Monitor trade transactions, risks, and compliance throughout deal lifecycles.
Recruiter focus: measurable trade revenue impact, not job titles.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
- First Degree in any discipline (Finance or Accounting preferred).
- Professional certifications such as CDCS, CITFP, CITF, or CFA Level II are an advantage.
Experience
- 3–4 years in Trade Finance covering deal structuring, advisory, and monitoring.
- 1–2 years in Trade Sales or revenue-driven relationship management.
- 3–4 years in relationship management, financial analysis, and loan monitoring.
ATS-Optimized Application Guidance
Who This CV Is For
Trade Finance Managers, Structured Trade Specialists, and Commercial Banking professionals with direct deal structuring experience.
Why This CV Works
It highlights trade income growth, deal volumes, commodity exposure, and quantified outcomes— the signals trade recruiters scan for first.
Customization Checklist
- Quantify trade income, portfolio size, or deal values.
- Specify instruments such as LCs, guarantees, and structured trade facilities.
- Include relevant certifications.
Recruiter Insight
Hiring managers identify commercial impact within the first 10 seconds of review.
Interview Preparation Guide
Role-Specific Questions
- Describe a complex trade finance deal you structured end-to-end.
- How do you grow trade income in competitive markets?
- How do you manage trade risk across multiple branches?
- Which KPIs define success in trade finance?
- How do you support relationship managers commercially?
General Questions
- Why Stanbic IBTC Bank?
- What is your leadership style?
- How do you handle pressure and complex stakeholders?
- Where do you see your career in five years?
Recruiter insight: candidates who clearly connect trade structures to business growth stand out immediately.
How to Apply
Apply through the official Standard Bank careers portal:
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