Bilingual Document Checker – Trade Finance Operations

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Job Title: Bilingual Document Checker – Trade Finance Operations Date: 2026 Department: GTFO-COE **Business Line / Function** Global Trade Finance Operations **Reports To** (Direct) VP **Grade** (if applicable) Analyst/Associate (Functional) **Number Of Direct Reports** NA **Directorship / Registration** NA **About Business Line/Function** Global Trade Finance Operations (GTFO), an entity within BNP Paribas India Solutions, is a back-office operations platform which caters to processing of Traditional Trade Transactions for various entities of the BNP Paribas group worldwide. **Position Purpose** The Analyst/Associate will independently check trade finance documents for compliance and accuracy, ensuring adherence to internal and external standards. This role requires a deeper understanding of French language, trade finance and compliance processes and the ability to handle more complex cases. **Responsibilities** Direct Responsibilities - Independently review and verify trade finance documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. - Perform and Verify Compliance checks at transaction level. - Ensure all processes comply with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies and sanctions. - To ensure that transactions processed with in specified Turn-Around-Time. - Ensure that transaction processed as per Site-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and highlight any procedural modifications in SOPs wherever required. - Ensure KPI is maintained below the site specific KPI’s for Errors and incident. - Ensure adherence to internal guidelines and compliance aspects with Zero tolerance policy. - Provide guidance and support to junior associates. - Serve as a point of contact for clients and stakeholders regarding bank guarantee matters. - Knowledge on UCP, e-UCP, ISBP and ISP guidelines. - Coordinate with internal departments to ensure the timely and accurate processing. - Ability to handle high volumes without compromising on accuracy in processing. - Supporting in clearing the Internal Audit queries Contributing Responsibilities - Collaborate with team members to resolve issues and standardize processes. - Stay updated on changes in trade finance regulations, International Sanctions & Embargo and best practices. - Stay updated on changes in trade finance regulations and best practices. - Conduct periodic reviews of Documents and related processes to identify gaps and rectify discrepancies. - Provide guidance and support to junior associates. Technical & Behavioral Competencies - Knowledge on UCP 600, ISBP 745, URR 725 and URC 522 - Knowledge of ICC Opinions - B1 / B2 levels in the French Language - Process performance evaluation, analysis and improvement - Familiarity with computer applications, MS-Office, Business Objects etc.. - Familiarity with Banking Back Office Operations, Processes and Systems. - Knowledge on various regulations connected with Trade Finance Operations Graduate/Post-Graduate with French Knowledge - B1 / B2 levels in the French Language is a must (preferably from Alliance Française) **Specific Qualifications (if Required)** Skills Referential Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills) Communication skills - oral & written Orientation towards Service Quality Ability to deliver / Results driven / Team player Creativity & Innovation / Problem solving Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills) Ability to understand, explain and support change Analytical Ability **Ability To Develop Others & Improve Their Skills** Ability to develop and adapt a process Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution **Education Level** Bachelor Degree or equivalent Experience Level At least 2 years **Other/Specific Qualifications (if Required)** Location: Mumbai, India **About BNP Paribas India Solutions** Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions. **About BNP Paribas Group** BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in a