Senior Documentation Controller

A leading commodities and international trade company is looking for an experienced Senior Documentation Controller with strong experience in export, trade finance, and operational documentation to join their team in Johannesburg. This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end trade documentation, ensuring compliance with Letters of Credit, international trade regulations, and banking requirements, while acting as the senior escalation point for complex documentation and compliance matters.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and validate all export and trade documentation in line with Letters of Credit, Incoterms, and international trade rules

• Manage high-risk documentation sets including Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, Certificates of Analysis, Certificates of Weight, CIQ, and commercial invoices

• Resolve documentation discrepancies with banks and counterparties to minimise financial and operational risk

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