Corporate Banking is a client-facing department, responsible for marketing, onboarding and ongoing management of the client relationship, providing loan business to the clients as well as promoting ancillary business according to the Bank’s business strategy and risk appetite. As an Associate Transportation - Corporate Banking, you will be responsible to participate in the Bank’s corporate banking business within the Transportation team, in accordance with the Bank’s business strategy, risk appetite and compliance requirements. This is a full time permanent position.
Key responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Team Head, Relationship Managers and relevant departments across the Bank and Group if necessary, to provide high quality products and services to the clients
- Support the Transportation team’s business marketing activities and internal reporting, including the preparation of presentations, reports, statistics and initial analysis
- Support the team’s cross selling activities including loan, deposit, trade finance, cash management, FX, bond issuance and RMB-related business
- Support post-lending and credit portfolio management for the Transportation portfolio, including credit line reviews, LTV and RAROC calculations, and ESG/carbon emissions analysis and reporting
- Support general account maintenance activities including financial covenant monitoring, tax documentation and liaise with relevant internal departments and lending partners as required
- Support KYC and KYB processes, sanctions screening and monitoring, and other legal and compliance activities in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
- Support the drafting and processing of business proposals, including obtaining Head Office approval where required, and assist with the team’s CCMS requirements
- Provide day-to-day operational support to the team, including assisting with client relationship management and departmental development
- Liaise with BOC Head Office and domestic network to support the development of the business for BOC London and the Group’s existing and target clients
Requirements
- Degree educated in Finance, Accounting, Business or relevant subjects
- Demonstrated experience in a Corporate Banking or Credit role within banking industry
- Experience in Transportation business is preferred
- Able to navigate around and understand a loan agreement and related financial documents
- A good understanding of general and structured corporate financing activities and general and structured corporate banking products and services
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluency in Mandarin is preferred
- Good quantitative and qualitative credit analysis skills, with excellent financial modelling skills
- Good customer service skills and results oriented
- Proven analytical skills, business judgment and acumen
- Good teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Able to multi-task
- Attention to details
Working here
Having a presence in the UK for more than 90 years, Bank of China London Branch has been providing an excellent financial service to the market and maintain its competitive edge as an international bank operated in the UK. It has employees in over 33 countries, and it is one of the most internationalised overseas branch in the Bank of China Group. The Bank values the diversity of its employees and aims to create an inclusive environment where everyone can speak up and enjoy the equal opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
Learning and Development
We strive to offer you a continuous learning environment and we will invest in your development. We provide personalised and varied learning tools to support your growth and career through:
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access to the best in class qualifications from leading professional bodies such as the Professional Bankers Certificate and Green & Sustainable Finance Certificate from the Chartered Banker Institute
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24/7 on-demand access to over 600 e-tutorials to build and refresh core and advanced banking knowledge
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regular pan-bank stay connected sessions to keep in touch with what is going on across the bank and build your network
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exploring your unique and collective strengths and development areas to become the best version of yourself using the globally renowned Insights personality profile
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developing our People Managers to help coach and guide you towards success, through our 9-month People Manager Development Programme
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encouraging a “growth” personal mindset and promoting continuous professional development (CPD) through annual events such as Learning at Work Week
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embracing change in a fast-moving industry and encouraging a forward-looking perspective on career development to “future-proof” your career
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promoting cross cultural intelligence and to seek out diverse and inclusive perspectives on challenges faced and their solutions
Benefits
We provide an attractive and comprehensive benefits package, offering flexibility that can enable you to select the benefits that suits your needs, including:
Meet our People
Celine Luo
Assistant Vice President, Financial Crime and Compliance
Bank of China is a great platform for everyone who wants to gain different knowledge and self-development. I started as a Junior Associate and had the opportunities to gain invaluable working experience in two different departments. I am happily working here, as an Assistant Vice President in the Financial Crime and Compliance department. I believe I will continue to grow here, not only in my career development but also in my personal wellbeing.
Daniel Shulakov
Senior Associate,
Credit Management
I joined Bank of China as a university graduate and I believe I have found the best place for me. From the first day my priority was always to learn. This was quickly recognised by my department, which provided me with the platform to grow, and my colleagues have been very helpful in the guidance they have provided me with along my journey. There are ample opportunities to grow with the Bank and it all depends on how much one would like to develop themselves.
Rita Cobbold
Vice President – Head of Customer Due Diligence, CFU Middle Office
I have been working at Bank of China for almost 8 years. In March 2022 I was promoted to VP - Head of Customer Due Diligence and I lead the CDD Unit. There are so many great things about working for the company. My favourite is probably the Bank’s commitment to identifying talent and nurturing them to develop into great leaders. The Bank embraces employees of all experience levels, backgrounds, and beliefs. They understand the value of a diverse team and make efforts to hire a variety of people. Working here has really enhanced my knowledge, my understanding of different cultures, leadership skills and a sense of direction for the future.
Ashley Watson
AVP – Security Operations & Risk Manager, General Administration
Over the past four years at Bank of China UK, I have had the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally in my role as the Security Operations and Risk Manager. My role involves safeguarding the bank’s operations through robust risk management and proactive security strategies. Every day brings new challenges, and the dynamic nature of the role keeps me engaged and motivated. One of the most rewarding aspects of working here is being part of a truly diverse and multicultural environment. Collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds has broadened my perspective and enriched both my professional and personal experiences.
Associate Transportation - Corporate Banking in London employer: Corporate Banking
At Bank of China London Branch, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters inclusivity and personal growth. With over 90 years of presence in the UK, we provide extensive learning and development opportunities, including access to top-tier qualifications and a supportive environment for career advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package, coupled with a commitment to diversity, ensures that every employee can thrive both professionally and personally in a rewarding banking career.
