39 Foreign Trade jobs in the United Arab Emirates

• Oversee the end-to-end export process, ensuring timely and compliant shipment of goods to international markets.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders to secure optimal shipping rates and routes that align with business objectives.
• Prepare and verify all necessary export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin to facilitate customs clearance.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customs authorities, ensuring adherence to regulations and swift resolution of any issues.
• Monitor shipment statuses and proactively communicate updates to stakeholders, minimizing delays and enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Conduct regular audits of export processes and documentation to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with international trade regulations.
• Collaborate with sales and production teams to align export activities with business objectives and inventory management.
• Utilize logistics software to track shipments, analyze data, and generate reports that inform strategic decision-making.
• Manage and resolve any discrepancies or disputes that arise during the export process, ensuring a seamless experience for clients.
• Stay updated on global trade policies and market trends to anticipate challenges and leverage opportunities in international logistics.

Job Requirements: Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in logistics software and tools. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We are seeking a skilled professional to support international trade operations for our key clients in Dubai, UAE. This is an opportunity to contribute to projects focused on optimizing cross-border logistics, compliance, and documentation flow.

• Analyze import/export processes including customs clearance, freight forwarding, and shipping documentation
• Gather and document business and technical requirements related to global trade operations
• Map current processes and recommend improvements to boost efficiency and ensure compliance
• Coordinate with internal development teams, service providers, and vendors during solution development
• Participate in testing and UAT phases to ensure delivery quality
• Collaborate with product owners across the project lifecycle
• Stay updated on international trade regulations, customs procedures, and Incoterms

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, International Business, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, ideally in import/export or international logistics
• Solid knowledge of Incoterms, customs clearance, and shipping documentation
• Proficiency in data and project tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL, Jira, Confluence)
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

We are seeking a skilled Program Manager to lead our efforts in implementing innovative solutions for global trade. This role requires exceptional business acumen and technical expertise to manage cross-functional teams and drive project delivery.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in program management, with experience in technology companies and a deep understanding of port operations, shipping lines, international trade, e-commerce, and logistics. They will be responsible for working closely with product and engineering teams to crystallize scope and feature sets, establishing schedules for delivery, and tracking milestones.

Our ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, able to prioritize tasks effectively and communicate complex ideas clearly. They will also possess excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and the chance to make a real impact on the future of global trade.

• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Develop and implement project plans, including scheduling and resource allocation
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify project requirements and priorities
• Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and mitigating risks as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or Technology
• 8-10 years of program management experience in technology companies
• Strong background in port operations, shipping lines, international trade, e-commerce, and logistics
• Exceptional business acumen and technical expertise

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and development, and a dynamic work environment that supports innovation and collaboration.

We are a leading enabler of global trade, with a presence in over 40 countries across six continents. Our dedicated team works closely with governments, shipping lines, importers and exporters, communities, and other important constituents of the global supply chain to add value and provide quality services today and tomorrow.

Global Trade Executive Director Role Summary

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our global trade business in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in trade finance and transactional banking products, as well as excellent knowledge of general corporate banking services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients, growing the business, taking profit and loss responsibility, and ensuring high credit quality of the portfolio.

The role requires a deep understanding of the financial industry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth and revenue.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing tailored solutions to mitigate payment risk, facilitate working capital, and offer cash management solutions.
• Represent the organization with clients, assuming the banker role and providing expert advice on transactional products and services.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing clients and expand client relationships geographically.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of transaction services and products, making recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with legal and pricing teams to draft pitches and review agreements.
• Assess and make pricing decisions in collaboration with the Pricing Specialist.
• Manage account activities, notify clients of debit positions, and offer alternative facilities for regularization.
• Support the Middle Office with incident management and resolution.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to increase cross-selling and support deal execution.
• Register, modify, and update customer data in client management tools and data sources for pipeline and profitability reporting.
• Undertake annual reviews of customer product and services price lists in collaboration with the Middle Office.
• Understand and comply with all internal and external policies and procedures.

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We seek an experienced and self-driven professional from the financial services industry to join our team in Abu Dhabi. The selected candidate will lead and grow the GTB business of the Bank by developing and maintaining relationships with Non-Banks Financial Institutions and Corporates customers, growing the business in terms of asset size, taking P&L responsibility for the business and ensuring high credit quality of the portfolio in Middle East. Offer and sell to both institutional and corporate clients a wide range of transactional products and services to manage cash flows and short term financing more efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Branch Manager and the Head of GTB Continental Europe & Middle East in defining the business strategy business plan and budget.
• Managing a portfolio of global clients developing client centric solutions to remove or reduce payment risk, facilitate working capital and provide cash management solutions.
• Represent BBVA with Non-Banks Financial Institutions and corporate clients, assuming the banker role with subsidiaries not covered by global Bankers.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities with existing clients and expand the geographic reach of the customer's relationships in coordination with the global bankers.
• Visit and call on existing and prospect clients proactively, accompanied by product specialists when required, offering transactional products and services.
• Monitor and check, in coordination with global and local product specialists, how the transaction services and products set up for a specific customer works.
• Draft pitches and review legal documentation of agreements in collaboration with Legal CIB Negotiate deals, renew credit lines and help the global bankers to renew financial programs.
• Evaluate and assess current and potential returns and make pricing decisions in collaboration with the Pricing Specialist.
• Manage account, notifying the overrun to the affected customers and offering them different facilities to regularize debit positions.
• Supervise and support the Middle Office with incidences that may occur.
• Liaise and work alongside with other CIB front units in order to increase cross-selling and CIB support units for the deal execution.
• Register, modify and update customers' business opportunities timely and accurately in the in-house client management tools and data sources for pipeline and profitability reporting.
• Undertake an annual review of customer product and services' price list in collaborating with the Middle Office.
• Acts as first line of defense and understand the Bank's risk appetite while balancing business goals and objectives.
• Understand the creditworthiness of each client, register the proposal in the risk management tool and participate in different committees in order to defend credit proposals and get Risks' approval.
• Stay abreast of the specific regulatory and compliance framework that may be affected.
• Understand and comply with all internal and external policies and procedures.

Qualification & Experience

• A master degree in business, finance or related field.
• At least 10 years solid experience in the banking industry mainly in Non-Banks Financial Institutions and corporate clients with strong background on trade finance and transactional banking products.
• Good knowledge of products and trends in trade finance and transactional banking products and general corporate banking products and services.
• Familiarity with general banking operations and related legal and regulatory requirements.
• Previous exposure to preparation of credit proposals.
• Strong connection in the local banking industry and leading Non-Banks Financial Institutions and Corporate clients in the Middle East.
• Proven business origination and structuring capabilities, with insurance covered transaction structure is an advantage.
• Highly results driven.
• With trade finance experience in other Middle East countries is an advantage.
• A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, good negotiation skills, ability to close deals and able to work under pressure.
• Able to work in a matrix reporting structure, multi-functional and cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent communications skills with fluency in English. Ability to speak Spanish as well as Arabic would be advantageous but not required.
• Knowledge in ESG/green product structuring is a plus.

Education

Language

• Fluent in English (Arabic and Spanish will be a plus).

Other Skills

• Customer-oriented.
• Able to work in a multi-functional and cross-cultural environment.
• Pro-active, self-motivated, fast learner.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity.

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance
• Industries Banking

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We seek an experienced and self-driven professional from the financial services industry to join our team in Abu Dhabi. The selected candidate will lead and grow the GTB business of the Bank by developing and maintaining relationships with Non-Banks Financial Institutions and Corporates customers, growing the business in terms of asset size, taking P&L responsibility for the business and ensuring high credit quality of the portfolio in Middle East. Offer and sell to both institutional and corporate clients a wide range of transactional products and services to manage cash flows and short term financing more efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Branch Manager and the Head of GTB Continental Europe & Middle East in defining the business strategy business plan and budget.
• Managing a portfolio of global clients developing client centric solutions to remove or reduce payment risk, facilitate working capital and provide cash management solutions.
• Represent BBVA with Non-Banks Financial Institutions and corporate clients, assuming the banker role with subsidiaries not covered by global Bankers.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities with existing clients and expand the geographic reach of the customer’s relationships in coordination with the global bankers.
• Visit and call on existing and prospect clients proactively, accompanied by product specialists when required, offering transactional products and services.
• Monitor and check, in coordination with global and local product specialists, how the transaction services and products set up for a specific customer works.
• Draft pitches and review legal documentation of agreements in collaboration with Legal CIB Negotiate deals, renew credit lines and help the global bankers to renew financial programs.
• Evaluate and assess current and potential returns and make pricing decisions in collaboration with the Pricing Specialist.
• Manage account, notifying the overrun to the affected customers and offering them different facilities to regularize debit positions.
• Supervise and support the Middle Office with incidences that may occur.
• Liaise and work alongside with other CIB front units in order to increase cross-selling and CIB support units for the deal execution.
• Register, modify and update customers’ business opportunities timely and accurately in the in-house client management tools and data sources for pipeline and profitability reporting.
• Undertake an annual review of customer product and services’ price list in collaborating with the Middle Office.
• Acts as first line of defense and understand the Bank’s risk appetite while balancing business goals and objectives.
• Understand the creditworthiness of each client, register the proposal in the risk management tool and participate in different committees in order to defend credit proposals and get Risks’ approval.
• Stay abreast of the specific regulatory and compliance framework that may be affected.
• Understand and comply with all internal and external policies and procedures.

Qualification & Experience

• A master degree in business, finance or related field.
• At least 10 years solid experience in the banking industry mainly in Non-Banks Financial Institutions and corporate clients with strong background on trade finance and transactional banking products.
• Good knowledge of products and trends in trade finance and transactional banking products and general corporate banking products and services.
• Familiarity with general banking operations and related legal and regulatory requirements.
• Previous exposure to preparation of credit proposals.
• Strong connection in the local banking industry and leading Non-Banks Financial Institutions and Corporate clients in the Middle East.
• Proven business origination and structuring capabilities, with insurance covered transaction structure is an advantage.
• Highly results driven.
• With trade finance experience in other Middle East countries is an advantage.
• A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, good negotiation skills, ability to close deals and able to work under pressure.
• Able to work in a matrix reporting structure, multi-functional and cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent communications skills with fluency in English. Ability to speak Spanish as well as Arabic would be advantageous but not required.
• Knowledge in ESG/green product structuring is a plus.

Education

Language

• Fluent in English (Arabic and Spanish will be a plus).

Other Skills

• Customer-oriented.
• Able to work in a multi-functional and cross-cultural environment.
• Pro-active, self-motivated, fast learner.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• A team player able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity.

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionFinance
• IndustriesBanking

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Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
Job Type: FullTime
Industry: Trading / Commodities / Oil & Gas
Reports to: Head of Compliance / Legal & Risk Director

A leading trading company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist to ensure compliance with AML, antibribery regulations, international sanctions, and KYC due diligence processes. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in trade sanctions regulatory frameworks and commodity trading compliance with fluency in English and Russian.

This role requires high-level decision-making, integrity, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, particularly concerning sanctions price cap rules affecting the Oil & Gas sector.

• Ensure full compliance with Sanctions Framework Price Cap Rules and counter-sanctions.
• Monitor and assess international sanctions developments affecting commodity trading.
• Provide guidance on sanctions compliance, financial crime risk, and regulatory reporting.
• Review contracts, transactions, and trading activities to identify potential sanctions risks.

• Conduct KYC and due diligence on clients, suppliers, and business partners.
• Oversee anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies, ensuring compliance with international standards.
• Implement AML and financial crime prevention measures to mitigate risks.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and legal teams regarding compliance obligations.

• Advise trading teams on sanctions implications for transactions in the commodities sector.
• Ensure compliance with Oil & Gas sector regulations, particularly price cap measures.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to align with trade compliance requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance training programs for employees.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Compliance with a focus on Trade Sanctions.
• Strong background in Bribery and regulations, KYC/Due Diligence.
• Experience in Trading, particularly in Commodities (Oil & Gas preferred).

• Sanctions Framework
• Price Cap Rules & counter-sanctions
• Oil & Gas sector regulations

• Strong decision-making abilities with high integrity.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in compliance assessments.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across diverse teams.

• Fluent in English (mandatory).
• Fluent in Russian (mandatory).

• Competitive tax-free salary (based on experience and qualifications).
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Annual flight tickets.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Work with a globally recognized trading company in Dubai.

Please fill in all the fields and submit your CV to this job post.

This role entails a Specialist responsible for undertaking specialized work in TBML alert monitoring and related assignments.

• Support the Senior Manager - TBML Transaction Monitoring by conducting investigations on generated alerts, identifying STR filing needs, reviewing workflow, and conducting reviews on red flags.
• Conduct thorough examinations of trade finance products, review dashboard results, and document findings for resolution or customization.
• Escalate high-risk issues to senior management and provide timely compliance advice on TBML monitoring matters.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring the framework and plan for TBML to address compliance needs and requirements.
• Maintain relationships with divisions to ensure effective issue escalation and risk management.

• Identify opportunities for system improvement, sustainability, and productivity enhancement while considering global standards.

• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly MI dashboards for senior management reporting.

• Proficiency in TBML systems and tools.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

At Dow we believe in putting people first and were passionate about delivering integrity respect and safety to our customers our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. Were a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration.If youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role youre in the right place.

About you and this role

Manages the companys regional efforts to ensure regulatory compliance for all aspects of importing or exporting ensuring trade regulatory compliance. Requires broadened conceptual and working knowledge and experience in job discipline to perform a range of work assignments. Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations and receives a moderate level of guidance and direction. Provides informal guidance to new team members. Analyzes possible solutions using technical experience judgment and precedents to solve this role you will require understanding of key business drivers for your discipline and function. You will need to be able to expand conceptual and working knowledge related to your discipline or functional area. You are expected to provide informal guidance to new team members and be able to explain complex information to is your responsibility to use technical experience established practices and personal judgement to analyze and resolve straightforward problems. Your performance impacts the quality of your own work and your teams work and requires that you work within established guidelines and policies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for any import or export related operational issues
• Understands the legal framework and policy restrictions for export or import control regimes and maintains processes for appropriate government agencies and system routines to comply
• Acts as contact point for businesses and other functions for advice and assistance in case of non-standard import/export-related operational issues or questions
• Implements new procedures/changes relative to outcome of e.g. government audits and new regulations
• Investigates regulatory implications for new business flows/material flows
• Requests licenses and ensures compliance with the conditions in the licenses

Qualifications

• Required education: University Degree preferably in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or other Sciences
• Required experience: 3-6 years of experience in a Supply Chain or Manufacturing environment
• The critical competencies required for success are: supply chain management skills interpersonal effectiveness understanding customer needs and single work process activities and interactions team work taking initiative problem solving skills value creation technical proficiency in use of computer applications analytical skills and project management skills

Your Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Tariff and regulation changes
• Compliance
• regulatory
• Strong communication skills written and verbal.
• Problem Solving and Learning

Additional notes

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Preference is given to nationals of the United Arab Emirates.
• As part of our commitment to supporting UAE national employment initiatives and in compliance with Emiratization regulations preference will be given to qualified UAE nationals. However we strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply as all applications will be considered based on merit and the specific requirements of the job.

Benefits What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay your health your life your future and your bring your background talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical mental financial and social well-being to help you get the care you you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits savings opportunities financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees Savings Plan (401(k)) helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring work experiences community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Groups (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping cinema tickets gym memberships and more.
• Additionally some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth asset integration and scale focused innovation leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative customer-centric inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting .

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dows equal opportunities is available on .

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