Associate Director, Trade Finance

Associate Director, Trade Finance (Debt Products, CIB)

Trade Finance is a dynamic and globally essential sector at the heart of international commerce and supply chains. It facilitates the seamless flow of goods and services across borders by bridging payment and delivery gaps, supporting liquidity, and managing risk. At Westpac, we partner with clients across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia to deliver tailored solutions that optimise cash flow, unlock working capital, and ensure transactional certainty throughout the supply chain. As the industry evolves - driven by digitisation, sustainability-linked products, and AI-powered platforms - it presents exciting opportunities for professionals seeking to make a tangible impact on the future of global trade and supply chain resilience.

As an Associate Director, Trade Finance, you will work alongside senior specialists to manage financing portfolios, originate new business, and deliver structured trade and supply chain solutions across diverse sectors. You'll collaborate across product, coverage, legal, and analyst teams to drive exceptional client outcomes, from origination through to in-life transactional management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support portfolio management and business origination
• Manage in-life transactions and client servicing
• Provide specialist input into the preparation of credit submissions and risk assessments
• Negotiate and execute trade finance documentation
• Identify and manage financial and non-financial risks
• Contribute to product innovation, including sustainability, AI, and digital trade

What We're Looking For:

• Experience with complex client financing
• Proven ability to structure working capital solutions
• Trade finance origination in AU/NZ/Asia
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in agile, deadline-driven teams
• Deep industry and regulatory knowledge

Why Join Us

With over 200 years of history, we offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace. Our Institutional Bank is a leader in wholesale banking across the region, with growing presence in Asia-Pacific.

If you're inspired to grow your career and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and become an integral part of our dynamic team.