Trade Finance Officer

Trade Finance Officer

Mechem S.A. – Lausanne, Switzerland (On-site)

Position Summary

Mechem SA is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented
Trade Finance Officer
to support our
base metals
trading operations. This role is ideal for candidates with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills who are eager to build a career in international commodity trading.

You will play a key role in managing trade documentation, coordinating with banks, overseeing customer/vendor flows, and ensuring smooth execution of shipments and payments. The role works closely with our trading, operations, risk management, and logistics teams, contributing directly to the reliability and efficiency of our global activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage trade finance documentation, including Letters of Credit, guarantees, collections, and discounting files.
• Coordinate with banks regarding issuance, amendment, negotiation, and settlement of trade finance instruments.
• Monitor payables, receivables, and customer/supplier balances; manage yearly balance reconciliations.
• Manage the release process and collaborate with logistics teams on all shipment-related documentation.
• Update and follow up with clients and internal teams regarding overdue balances and outstanding items.
• Support and manage the preparation of daily trade finance reports for management.
• Maintain clear audit trails and organized documentation archives according to internal and regulatory standards.
• Conduct and manage
  KYC processes
  for the company, including communication with banks and counterparties.
• Contribute to process improvements, workflow optimization, and data accuracy across trade operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in
  Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting
  , or a related field.
• Strong communication skills — both internally across teams and externally with banks and counterparties.
• Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational discipline.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced international trading environment.
• Proficiency in English; French is an advantage.
• Solid Excel skills; familiarity with ERP/trade systems is a plus.

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Maximum 2 years of Trade Finance experience
  , ideally from a bank or trading company.
• Experience with international trade instruments (LCs, guarantees, collections, Incoterms).
• Exposure to commodity markets or interest in the physical trading sector.
• Experience handling KYC, compliance, or due diligence processes.
• Familiarity with SWIFT formats, trade documentation flows, or customs-related paperwork.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience at the core of global base metals trading operations.
• Close collaboration with traders, operations, logistics, and risk management teams.
• Exposure to real documentary flows, bank interactions, and end-to-end trade execution.
• A supportive and dynamic environment with strong opportunities for long-term career development.
• The chance to grow into more senior trade operations or credit/risk roles over time.

1) Short LinkedIn Post Version (for the feed)

We're hiring – Trade Finance Officer

Location:
Lausanne, Switzerland (On-site)

Mechem SA is looking for a motivated
Trade Finance Officer
to join our base metals trading team.

If you have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and are eager to grow in international commodity trading, we'd love to hear from you

What you will do:

Manage LCs, guarantees, collections, and other trade finance documentation

Coordinate with banks & external partners

Oversee payables, receivables, and yearly balance reconciliations

Support the release process & shipment documentation

Conduct KYC processes

Prepare daily trade finance reports

Work closely with trading, operations, logistics, and risk management teams

Requirements:

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance, Economics, Business or similar

Strong communication skills (internal & external)

Strong numeracy, accuracy, and organizational discipline

Good Excel skills (ERP knowledge is a plus)

English required; French is an advantage

Preferred (not required):

• Maximum 2 years of Trade Finance experience

• Exposure to commodity trading or banking

• Familiarity with LCs, guarantees, SWIFT, KYC processes

Apply now:

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Trade Finance Officer – Lausanne, Switzerland

About the Role:

Mechem SA is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Trade Finance Officer to support our base metals trading operations. You will be responsible for managing trade finance documentation, coordinating with banks, monitoring customer/supplier balances, conducting KYC processes, and collaborating closely with trading, logistics, operations, and risk management teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage LCs, guarantees, collections, and related documents

• Coordinate with banks for issuance, amendments, and settlements

• Monitor payables, receivables, and yearly balance confirmations

• Manage release processes & work with logistics on documentation

• Prepare daily trade finance reports

• Conduct KYC processes

• Maintain accurate audit trails & records

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's in Finance, Economics, Business, or similar

• Strong internal & external communication skills

• High attention to detail and numerical accuracy

• Proficiency in English; French an advantage

• Strong Excel skills

Preferred:

• Maximum 2 years of trade finance experience (bank or trading)

• Knowledge of LCs, guarantees, Incoterms, SWIFT

• Experience in KYC or due diligence

Apply:

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About Mechem SA

Mechem SA is a Switzerland-based international trading company specializing in base metals, with a strong presence across Europe and global markets. With offices in Lausanne and Istanbul, Mechem focuses on efficient trade execution, risk management, and long-term partnerships with producers, consumers, and financial institutions. Our dynamic team provides a collaborative environment where talent can grow and contribute directly to real commodity flows.