Trade Finance Analyst -

About the job
The Trade Finance department consists of 3 people in Alfa Laval HQ in Lund. Trade Finance takes active part in all trade finance activities within the group (guarantees, letters of credit, credit insurance, export credits etc.) and promotes and executes financing solutions towards customers and suppliers in cooperation with our sales/procurement organization.
Key tasks:
Review, develop and enforce Group procedures and policies for credit risk management;
Support cross-functional team members with credit/financial analysis of counter parties in accordance with internal policies;
Identify business opportunities with special need for financial and/ or risk cover solutions;
Identify customer needs and liaise with insurance companies, export credit agencies and banks with regards to risk sharing and financing solutions;
Support group companies with review of guarantees, letters of credits and commercial contract payment terms in accordance with internal policies.

You will report to Head of Trade Finance, based in Lund. The position can be full time or part time, minimum 50%. This is a fixed term assignment to cover a parental leave.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. This is a chance for talented, open minded and engaged co-workers in the local organizations to learn about central activities, to network with central roles and to share local ways of working.
Who you are
You´re a fast learner, who combines strong business understanding with strong credit analytic skills to strategically manage trade finance and trade credit activities while developing new solutions and meeting the business objectives. You are proactive and service minded, with attention to detail.
What you need
We believe you have a Degree of Master of Science in Business and Economics, and relevant experience from major exporting companies, banks or insurance companies. You need strong analytical skills (including financial analysis) and good negotiating skills. You also need Project management skills and very good knowledge of English in speech and writing, as well as hands-on experience from underwriting and/or credit analysis.
For more information, please contact
Karin Wilkenson, HR, 0722-083105