Clement Omondi Otieno

Trade Finance Officer · B.Sc. Economics · CFA Level I

4+ Years Experience UCP 600 & URDG 758 SWIFT Payments AML/CFT Compliance ISO 20022

✉ clement.o.omondi@gmail.com ✆ +254 701 326 976 📍 Nairobi, Kenya

Professional Summary

Results-driven Trade Finance professional with 4+ years of experience in trade finance operations and client relationship management within the banking sector. Specialises in end-to-end processing of Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Bid Bonds, and Collections in compliance with ICC rules (UCP 600, URDG 758), AML/CFT regulations, and internal bank policies. Demonstrated track record of 100% accuracy in transaction processing, consistently achieving green audit ratings, and driving process improvements including ISO 20022 migration readiness.

              100%
              Transaction Accuracy
            

              4+
              Years in Trade Finance
            

              🟢
              Green Audit Ratings
            

              ISO
              20022 Migration Lead
            

Experience

Trade Finance Officer June 2021 – Present

Premier Bank Kenya Limited · Nairobi, Kenya

Key Achievements

Led ISO 20022 migration readiness, coordinating UATs with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Achieved 100% accuracy in SWIFT payment processing by optimising transaction workflows, improving speed and reducing errors.
Consistently attained green audit ratings through rigorous compliance and documentation control.

Responsibilities

Execute end-to-end processing of LCs, Bank Guarantees, and Bid Bonds per UCP 600, URDG 758, and internal policies.
Review branch and client instructions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance prior to processing SWIFT messages.
Identify, document, and escalate operational, compliance, and documentation risks to the Compliance department.
Apply AML/CFT, KYC, and sanctions screening requirements across all trade and payment transactions.
Book and recover trade-related fees and commissions with full audit trail maintenance.
Prepare periodic trade finance reports for regulatory submission to the CBK and internal management.
Manage client queries, providing expert guidance on trade documentation and transaction status.

Teller / Customer Service Representative April 2019 – May 2021

Premier Bank Kenya Limited · Nairobi, Kenya

Key Achievements

Maintained 100% accuracy in daily transactions and reconciliations, reducing branch discrepancies.
Enhanced client retention through effective queue management and timely query resolution.

Responsibilities

Processed high volumes of banking transactions while delivering exceptional customer service.
Ensured strict adherence to KYC requirements and bank policies across all client interactions.
Maximised branch income through service charge recovery and cross-selling of banking products.
Performed end-of-day cash balancing and repatriation with zero discrepancies.

Finance Intern Oct 2018 – Feb 2019

UAP Old Mutual Group · Upper Hill, Nairobi

Key Achievements

Enhanced accuracy in general ledger reconciliations, contributing to timely financial reporting and streamlining the reinsurance claims recovery process.

Responsibilities

Assisted in allocation and settlement of reinsurance claims recoveries spanning six years.
Extracted financial data from Microsoft AX Dynamics and prepared reconciliations.
Performed variance analysis for depreciation and other technical accounting items.