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Nikhil Desale

Mumbai

Summary

Results-driven Trade Finance Professional with over [X] years of experience in banking and international trade operations. Proven expertise in handling Letters of Credit (LCs), Bills for Collection, Bank Guarantees, and cross-border trade documentation. Adept at ensuring compliance with UCP 600, ISBP, and other trade regulations. Strong analytical, negotiation, and client relationship skills with a track record of facilitating seamless trade transactions for corporate clients.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager

Axis Bank Ltd
Mumbai
04.2024 - Current

Manager

Axis Bank Ltd
Mumbai
11.2021 - 03.2024
  • Managing import and export transactions, including issuance and scrutiny of Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees.
  • Verifying trade documents in compliance with UCP 600, ISBP, and internal bank policies.
  • Coordinating with correspondent banks for LC confirmations, amendments, and payments.
  • Handling SWIFT messages related to trade transactions (MT700, MT710, MT999, etc.).
  • Assisting clients with trade-related advisory, documentation queries, and regulatory requirements.
  • Contributing to internal audits, regulatory inspections, and process improvement projects.

Deputy Manager II

ICICI Bank Ltd
Mumbai
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Processed a high volume of import/export transactions for corporate clients across various sectors.
  • Reviewed and checked export/import bills, ensuring compliance with international trade norms.
  • Prepared and verified trade finance documents for negotiation, collection, and discounting.
  • Supported relationship managers by resolving client queries and ensuring smooth trade flows.
  • Ensured adherence to FEMA, RBI guidelines, AML standards, and internal compliance norms.
  • Participated in system enhancement projects to streamline trade operations.

Deputy Manager I

ICICI Bank Ltd
Mumbai
06.2018 - 03.2021

Education

PGDB - Banking And Trade Finance

Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Bangalore
06-2018

Bachelor of Engineering - E&TC

Sinhgad Institutes Of Technology
Pune
05-2016

Skills

  • Letters of Credit (LC Issuance, Advising, Negotiation)
  • Import/Export Bills & Documentary Collections
  • Bank Guarantees & Standby LCs
  • Compliance with UCP 600, ISBP, FEMA, AML/KYC
  • SWIFT Messaging (MT7xx Series)
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Trade Finance Operations & Risk Mitigation
  • Cross-functional Coordination
  • MIS Reporting & Reconciliation

Languages

Marathi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

  • Software Testing, certified by SEED, Pune
  • TOSCA Certified Software Tester

Accomplishments

  • Axis Bank Champions Award 2024 – Regional champion

Timeline

Senior Manager

Axis Bank Ltd
04.2024 - Current

Manager

Axis Bank Ltd
11.2021 - 03.2024

Deputy Manager II

ICICI Bank Ltd
04.2021 - 10.2021

Deputy Manager I

ICICI Bank Ltd
06.2018 - 03.2021

PGDB - Banking And Trade Finance

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Bachelor of Engineering - E&TC

Sinhgad Institutes Of Technology

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