Senior Product Manager, Trade Finance | HK Secondment

What you'll do:

As a Senior Product Manager Trade Finance, you will be at the forefront of shaping innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients across Southeast Asia. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with diverse teams to develop new products, optimise existing processes, and ensure that all offerings remain competitive in a dynamic marketplace. You will engage in detailed market research, benchmark against industry leaders, and work closely with both internal colleagues and external partners to deliver best-in-class trade finance solutions. By taking ownership of regional product management activities—including training sessions and promotional campaigns—you will help drive adoption and foster growth throughout the network. Your ability to translate customer insights into actionable improvements will be key to enhancing user satisfaction while supporting broader business objectives. This role also provides unique exposure through international assignments designed to broaden your expertise and deepen your understanding of regional markets.

• Drive the innovation, development, process optimisation, promotion, and daily management of trade finance-related products within transaction banking for Southeast Asian entities.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis on product features, functions, channels, and digital transformation initiatives to ensure competitive positioning in the market.
• Benchmark against peer banks and fintech companies by collecting industry dynamics to maintain a leading edge for the bank’s products and channels.
• Undertake due diligence activities for trade finance-related products through both on-site and off-site surveys and audits to support effective product delivery.
• Foster communication and co-operation with external institutions such as credit insurance providers and fintech firms to promote continuous improvement of trade finance offerings.
• Lead regional product management efforts by providing training and promoting trade finance solutions across Southeast Asian branches to support business growth.
• Optimise functional aspects of trade finance systems and channels by drafting system requirements, transforming processes, managing regional business operations, conducting user testing, and following up on production issues.
• Support the implementation of new initiatives by collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless integration into existing workflows.
• Champion customer-centric enhancements by gathering feedback from local corporate clients and banking partners to inform future product developments.

What you bring:

To excel as a Senior Product Manager Trade Finance you will bring substantial experience from the banking sector—particularly in developing or managing trade finance products—and possess deep familiarity with the needs of corporate clients operating across Southeast Asia. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to build trusted relationships both internally among colleagues from various departments and externally with strategic partners. A keen analytical mindset will allow you to conduct meaningful market research while your communication skills ensure that complex ideas are presented clearly during negotiations or training sessions. Adaptability is crucial given the regional scope of this role; you should feel comfortable navigating different cultural contexts while remaining responsive to shifting business priorities. Your commitment to continuous learning will be supported by structured training programmes designed to further enhance your expertise.

• A degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Fintech or related disciplines is required for this position.
• At least five years’ experience working with trade finance products within the banking sector is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in managing relationships with local corporate clients or banking clients in Southeast Asia is essential.
• Exceptional presentation skills combined with strong negotiation abilities are necessary for success in this role.
• Experience gained within domestic commercial banks or regulatory bodies in Southeast Asian countries would be considered a significant advantage.
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English is required; proficiency in local languages such as Indonesian, Thai, Malay, Vietnamese, Filipino, Bruneian, Lao or Burmese is highly valued; knowledge of Chinese would be beneficial.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Southeast Asia as well as participate in rotational assignments is important for this position.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams as well as external partners such as fintech companies or credit insurers.

What sets this company apart:

The organization is a large global banking institution with a presence across Asia and key financial centers worldwide, operating within a highly regulated environment. It offers a full suite of corporate banking, transaction banking, and capital markets services, with particular strength in cross‑border trade, payments, and cash management solutions.

The bank has a strong focus on governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, working closely with regional and global stakeholders in a structured, performance‑driven environment.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in trade finance product management to new heights across Southeast Asia’s vibrant markets, we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next great opportunity awaits.