Structured Trade Finance Manager (f/m/d)

Workload: 100%

For our Structured Trade Finance team, we are currently seeking a Structured Trade Finance Manager. This role is pivotal in developing innovative financing facilities to support our Trading & Sales business area. If you are passionate about creating commercial strategies and leading new financing initiatives, this is the opportunity for you.

What you will do:

• Develop commercial strategies for the roll-out of new PNL driven financing products, focusing on maximizing reward vs risk and leveraging the Group’s strengths.


• Play a leading role in setting up new STF facilities, acting as the primary interface between internal parties (front office, support functions) and external parties (banks, lawyers, advisors).


• Support or lead relationship management towards various external parties, including international trade finance banks and insurance companies.


• Act as a strategic finance expert for commercial desks globally, aiding in the execution of PNL driven commercial opportunities.


• Champion change, efficiency, and collaboration by initiating or supporting operational or strategic initiatives.


• Support digitalization efforts and other similar tasks as they arise.

What you bring & who you are:

• University degree or Business School in Finance or Law.


• Previous work experience in leading commodity trading houses or commodity banks with hands-on experience in financial structuring and business development in structured commodity finance.


• Ability to lead and influence within and outside the team.


• Entrepreneurial mindset, highly organized, strong communication skills, team player, active risk management mindset.


• English is critical; German and French are a strong plus.

About the team:

Our Structured Trade Finance team at Axpo is a dynamic and collaborative group focused on innovation and excellence. We work closely with various internal and external stakeholders to drive success and efficiency in our financing initiatives. Join us and be part of a team that values change, efficiency, and collaboration, contributing positively to the organization.