Head of Trade Finance

Head of Trade Finance

Full-Time 121500 - 148500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead global trade finance sales and onboard SMEs to drive capital inflows.
  • Company: $SRC Ecosystem is revolutionising trade finance with AI and blockchain technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, token incentives, and the chance to shape a multi-billion dollar ecosystem.
  • Other info: Work remotely and collaborate with top-tier partners in a dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Join us to transform global trade and make a real impact on SMEs worldwide.
  • Qualifications: 10+ years in trade finance sales with strong networks and deal-making skills.

The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 £ per year.

  • Head of Trade Finance – $SRC Ecosystem
  • Department: Sales, Growth & Partnerships
  • Reports to: CEO
  • Seniority: Executive Leadership (C‑Level)

Payment: Combination of allocation in $SRC token + commission from successful trade financing transactions

About $SRC Ecosystem

The $SRC Ecosystem is an AI‑powered RWA tokenization and trade finance platform built on its own EVM $SRC Chain.

We solve the $2.5 trillion global trade finance gap by enabling exporters, importers, and liquidity providers to access compliant, tokenized trade finance with instant settlement, FX automation, and blockchain‑secured documentation flows.

We are backed by leading global organizations including ICC, CCPIT, and key partners in trade, finance, and Web3 infrastructure.

Role Overview

The Head of Trade Finance will be the driving force behind global trade finance acquisition, SME onboarding, and capital inflows into the $SRC Ecosystem.

This leader must bring a proven track record in trade finance sales, particularly with SMEs, mid‑market corporates, banks, NBFIs, private credit funds, and institutional lenders.

You will lead the expansion of trade volumes across high‑value corridors and secure consistent liquidity inflow to accelerate tokenized trade financing.

This is a role for a senior sales executive who can bring networks, relationships, and immediate opportunities from day one.

Key Responsibilities

  • Trade Finance Sales & Growth
  • Lead global sales strategy for onboarding exporters, importers, freight forwarders, and SME trading companies.
  • Acquire large‑volume trade clients across major corridors (Asia–Europe, Middle East–Europe, India–Africa, China–Middle East, etc.).
  • Drive adoption of tokenized trade finance among SMEs and mid‑market corporates.
  • Expand usage of digital trade documents (BL, WR, invoices), credit scoring, and smart contract‑based financing across the ecosystem.
  • Liquidity & Lender Acquisition
  • Onboard institutional lenders, private credit funds, family offices, banks, and fintech NBFIs to finance tokenized trades.
  • Build and maintain a diversified liquidity pool through the onboarding of LPs across global financial hubs.
  • Drive inflow of capital into the platform by promoting asset‑backed yields with secure on/off ramp options.
  • Develop long‑term partnerships with credit funds, alternative investors, and impact finance institutions.
  • Corridor Expansion & Volume Growth
  • Open and develop high‑trade corridors with strong import/export flows.
  • Bring existing clients and partnerships capable of generating immediate trade volume.
  • Design regional growth strategies in the Middle East, EU, India, China, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
  • Collaborate with trade associations, chambers of commerce, and industry organizations.
  • Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
  • Work directly with CEO, Chief Product Officer, and Chief Risk Officer to optimize onboarding flows, credit models, and product features.
  • Collaborate with marketing to build sales narratives, case studies, and regional campaigns.
  • Ensure compliance with AML/KYC/KYB standards for SMEs and institutional LPs.
  • Guide the creation of scalable sales playbooks, scoring flows, and partner networks.
  • Required Experience
  • Professional Background

10+ years in trade finance sales, supply chain finance, factoring, invoice financing, or asset‑backed lending.

Previous leadership roles in banks, fintechs, NBFIs, or private credit institutions.

Strong network of

  • SME exporters/importers
  • Trade intermediaries
  • Chambers of commerce
  • Private credit funds
  • Institutional lenders
  • Treasury and trade heads at banks

Proven ability to bring immediate deal flow and trade volume.

Technical/Industry Knowledge

Deep understanding of

  • Open account trade
  • Cross‑border payments
  • Trade credit risk
  • Invoice and receivables financing
  • BL/WR/Invoice document flows
  • FX, settlement, and liquidity flows

Familiarity with digital trade platforms, tokenization, or fintech‑driven SCF solutions (preferred but not mandatory).

  • Key Skills
  • Exceptional deal‑making ability
  • Strong corridor and institutional relationships
  • Ability to onboard SMEs at scale
  • Capital raising and liquidity sourcing for trade finance
  • High energy, execution‑driven mindset
  • Strong negotiation and partnership capabilities
  • Clear understanding of compliance, risk, and trade documentation
  • Success Metrics
  • Monthly/quarterly trade volume onboarded
  • Number of exporters/importers activated
  • Liquidity (LP) commitments secured
  • Corridor expansion milestones
  • Revenue and spread growth from financed trades
  • Partnerships established with banks, NBFIs, and credit funds
  • Why Join $SRC Ecosystem
  • Be at the frontline of transforming global trade with blockchain and AI.
  • Work with top‑tier partners from global trade, supply chain, and Web3 infrastructure.
  • Lead regional and global expansion in an executive leadership role.
  • Build a multi‑billion dollar trade financing ecosystem impacting SMEs worldwide.
  • Competitive compensation + token incentives + executive‑level influence.
  • Seniority level
  • Executive
  • Employment type
  • Full‑time
  • Job function
  • Finance and Sales
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Head of Trade Finance employer: $SRC Ecosystem

$SRC Ecosystem is an exceptional employer that empowers its team to revolutionise global trade through innovative AI and blockchain solutions. With a strong focus on employee growth, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to lead transformative initiatives in a remote setting, you will be part of a dynamic culture that values collaboration and strategic thinking. Join us to make a meaningful impact on SMEs worldwide while working alongside top-tier partners in the trade and finance sectors.

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Contact Details:

$SRC Ecosystem Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Trade Finance

Trade Finance Sales
SME Onboarding
Capital Raising
Liquidity Sourcing
Negotiation Skills
Partnership Development
Compliance Knowledge