Trade Finance & Treasury Specialist (m/f/d)

Das Handelshaus Jebsen & Jessen ist seit über 100 Jahren weltweit im Im- und Export tätig. Heute liegt unsere Kompetenz in den Bereichen Chemie, Textil, australischem Granatsand, Stahl, Transport / e-Mobility und Exportfinanzierung. Als Teil einer weltweiten Firmengruppe operieren wir durch unsere in Deutschland ansässigen Firmen von Hamburg aus unabhängig, mit direkten Geschäftsverbindungen zu Kunden und Lieferanten in mehr als 80 Ländern.

Trade Finance

• Manage and further develop domestic and international trade finance instruments
• Independently administer and monitor letters of credit (import/export), guarantees, sureties, documentary collections, and supply chain finance solutions
• Provide expert advice to business units, customers, and suppliers on all trade finance-related matters
• Review and prepare trade-related documentation for international business transactions
• Identify and implement process improvements within trade finance activities

Treasury

Following appropriate training and as part of a backup/support function, take responsibility for selected treasury activities, including:

• Daily cash management
• Execution and administration of factoring and forfaiting transactions
• Foreign exchange and interest rate management
• Support the implementation of treasury policies and compliance requirements

Reporting & Projects

• Contribute to the digitalization and continuous improvement of trade finance and treasury processes
• Collaborate closely with Accounting, Controlling, Sales, and international subsidiaries

• Successfully completed degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a comparable commercial qualification
• Several years of professional experience in the field of Trade Finance
• Solid knowledge of international trade finance instruments and related processes
• Strong interest in payment transactions, cash management, and liquidity management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
• Very good German and good English language skills, both written and spoken
• Strong analytical skills combined with a structured and independent working style
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in an international environment
• A proactive mindset and a strong interest in process improvement, digitalization, technological innovation, and the use of modern AI-powered solutions