ELDAR ZAKRIEV
Senior Trade Finance Officer
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Results-driven Senior Trade Finance Officer with 8+ years of experience in banking and financial services, specializing in Sharia-compliant operations and high-volume transaction processing. Proven ability to ensure compliance with AML/KYC frameworks and internal controls while maintaining operational accuracy. Experienced in handling trade documentation, guarantees, and payment processing, with a strong focus on risk awareness and efficiency improvements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Trade Finance Officer | Banking Operations & Compliance
Siraj Finance PJSC
01.2024 - Current
- Process and manage trade-related documentation and approvals in coordination with internal departments.
- Prepare and issue guarantees, ensuring accuracy in format and system execution.
- Review and verify transactions in line with approved credit facilities and internal policies.
- Execute outward cheque clearing and payment processing with high accuracy.
- Monitor and manage fund utilization within approved limits.
- Supervise teller operations, including cash management and daily balancing.
- Oversee team workflow, ensuring efficiency and adherence to controls.
- Manage cheque clearing and PDC tracking, resolving discrepancies.
- Prepare and disseminate daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports, ensuring accurate distribution to internal teams, sales, and senior management.
- Ensure compliance with AML, KYC, and internal control procedures.
- Maintain high accuracy in a high-volume operational environment.
- Improved operational accuracy through strengthened verification controls.
- Enhanced reporting efficiency and interdepartmental coordination.
Trade Finance Officer
Siraj Finance PJSC
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Process customer transactions including deposits, withdrawals, and payments.
- Maintained high accuracy in transaction records and customer data in line with compliance standards.
- Handle cash and confidential information with high responsibility.
- Resolve customer inquiries and account discrepancies efficiently.
- Generated operational and performance reports to support internal monitoring and decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial regulations, and security procedures.
Operation Officer
Siraj Finance PJSC
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed cross-functional teams for the successful completion of projects within budget and timeline constraints.
- Updated and published standard operating procedures (SOPs) using stakeholder, customer and employee input and feedback resulting in clearer and more useful instruction for users.
- Liaised between departments including HR, IT and Finance ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
- Optimized business processes to foster operational efficiency.
- Perform data entry and verification to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Respond to internal information requests and support daily operations.
- Assist in improving operational efficiency and workflow processes.
- Ensure tasks are completed within assigned timelines and standards.
Business Development Executive
Siraj Finance PJSC
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Built strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Communicated directly with customers and partners to build strong business networks and relationships.
- Developed customized solutions for clients, addressing their unique needs and helping them achieve their goals.
- Negotiated client contracts and agreements to cultivate profitable business transactions.
- Perform data entry and verification to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in documentation and records.
- Maintain data backups and support operational continuity.
- Respond to internal information requests and support daily operations.
- Assist in improving operational efficiency and workflow processes.
- Ensure tasks are completed within assigned timelines and standards.
Brand Ambassador (Customer Engagement)
Jalboot Marine Network LLC
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Approached strangers and interacted in natural conversation with goal of developing brand loyalty.
- Boosted sales through effective collaboration with store staff to promote products in high-traffic areas.
- Educated consumers about product benefits, leading to increased interest and sales conversions.
- Enhanced brand recognition by executing promotional events and engaging customers with product demonstrations.
- Represent the company at sales kiosks, events, and trade shows, promoting marine tourism services.
- Provide professional customer support, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
- Coordinate daily with sales team and management, submitting activity and performance reports.
Education
BBA - Business Management
Abu Dhabi University
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 09.2012 - 01.2016
Skills
Banking Operations
Payment Processing
Cash Management
Cheque Clearing Operations
Financial Operations
AML & KYC Compliance
iMAL Core Banking System
Microsoft Excel
Team Supervision
Attention to Detail
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Upper intermediate (B2)
Russian
Elementary (A2)
Chechen
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Senior Trade Finance Officer | Banking Operations & Compliance
Siraj Finance PJSC
01.2024 - Current
Trade Finance Officer
Siraj Finance PJSC
01.2018 - 12.2024
Operation Officer
Siraj Finance PJSC
01.2018 - 12.2018
Business Development Executive
Siraj Finance PJSC
08.2017 - 12.2017
Brand Ambassador (Customer Engagement)
Jalboot Marine Network LLC
09.2016 - 07.2017
BBA - Business Management
Abu Dhabi University
09.2012 - 01.2016
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Classic car enthusiast
Cycling
Swimming
Gym
Fishing