Manager, Trade Operations | Standard Chartered Bank

Job Description

Standard Chartered Bank is Hiring | 2026

Position Title: Manager, Trade Operations
Employment Type: Full-time (On-site)
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Requisition Number: 51992
Global Grade: Band 7
Application Deadline: May 10, 2026

About Standard Chartered Bank:
Standard Chartered is a leading international bank with over 170 years of global presence. The bank is committed to driving commerce and prosperity through innovation, diversity, and responsible banking, while maintaining a strong client-centric and ethical culture.

Role Overview:
The Manager, Trade Operations will lead processing operations to ensure seamless transaction flow in compliance with regulatory, business, and client requirements. The role focuses on operational excellence, risk control, governance, and productivity enhancement within Trade Operations.

Key Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership:
✓ Lead Trade Processing Operations ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
✓ Drive productivity, cost optimization, and operational risk control
✓ Monitor and enhance workflow efficiency and service standards

Process & Transformation:
✓ Optimize workflow across teams to improve productivity and reduce unit cost
✓ Drive digitisation and adoption of digital self-service solutions
✓ Partner with Technology teams to implement process innovations

Risk & Compliance:
✓ Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, AML policies, and internal controls
✓ Monitor transactions against operational procedures and approved limits
✓ Identify, escalate, and mitigate operational and compliance risks

Performance & Governance:
✓ Track performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives
✓ Support audits and maintain strong governance frameworks
✓ Ensure timely and accurate transaction processing

People & Leadership:
✓ Develop and mentor team members to enhance capability and productivity
✓ Foster a culture of accountability, client focus, and continuous improvement
✓ Manage team structure, capacity planning, and succession pipelines

Stakeholder Management:
✓ Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Trade Operations, Product, Technology, Finance, Legal, and Compliance
✓ Liaise with external stakeholders including clients, regulators, and auditors

Requirements:
Educational Qualification:
✓ Bachelor’s degree or above

Experience:
✓ Minimum 5 years of experience in Trade Operations

Preferred Certifications:
✓ CAMS / CDCS

Core Competencies:
✓ Strong knowledge of trade finance products and operations
✓ Analytical and problem-solving capability
✓ Effective written and verbal communication
✓ Strong computer literacy
✓ Ability to operate under pressure in a high-risk environment

Why Join Standard Chartered?
✓ Global banking exposure with strong governance and compliance culture
✓ Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
✓ Retirement benefits, medical and life insurance
✓ Generous leave policy including parental leave and sabbatical options
✓ Access to wellbeing platforms and employee assistance programs
✓ Continuous learning and career development opportunities
✓ Inclusive, diverse, and values-driven work environment