Senior Sales Manager (m/f/d)

About HSBC Germany

HSBC Germany is part of the HSBC Group, one of the world's leading international banks.

At HSBC, our purpose is opening up a world of opportunity. When you join our team, you can be part of something bigger. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible. We connect you with colleagues from around the world and enable you to play an active role in shaping the future.

We are looking for employees with personality! Characters who stand up for our common goals and support one another, while at the same time finding convincing solutions for our customers. If you want to combine seemingly incompatible things at your next employer, we warmly welcome you to HSBC.

Global Trade Solutions (GTS)

Our Global Trade Solutions (GTS) division supports internationally oriented companies in their global growth strategy. Only recently, being the largest trade finance bank globally, HSBC was recognised as the World's Best Trade Finance Bank for eight consecutive years, Best Trade Finance Bank for Germany and Best Bank for Client Services in Germany in the Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2025.

Role Overview

To strengthen our team in Düsseldorf and Frankfurt we are looking with immediate effect for a Senior Sales Manager (m/f/d).

Do you have a talent for creating new things? Do you enjoy driving growth? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Expand and increase the existing customer portfolio and acquire new GTS customers
• Deliver superior customer service jointly with the outsourced GTS services teams in line with being the Leading International Trade Finance Bank
• Support local HSBC Relationship Managers and Stakeholders and engage closely with Coverage, Risk and all critical support functions.
• Build an effective and professional team through training, coaching, guidance and support
• Demonstrate a joined-up approach with other bank stakeholders
• Ensure that GTS is working according to the Operational Guidelines, credit policy and the international product authorization under HBCE.

Qualifications

• Deep GTS product understanding: supply chain, receivables finance, traditional trade (Letters of Credit, imp/exp finance) and guarantees is a must
• Long-standing banking experience with the appropriate BA or MA grade plus international experience is desirable
• Proven track record on distribution capabilities and good relationship with the local FIG community (Public Entities, Banks, Insurance, Brokers) is requested.
• Proven ability to deliver creative and flexible customer solutions as well as extensive knowledge of the market and market trends, competitive environment and regulatory environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Detailed knowledge of Financial Crime Risk and Credit Risk including techniques to mitigate risk.
• An independent, precise and structured way of working and high social and teamwork competence
• Very good English and German language skills as well as very good communication skills

Even if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply if you believe this role is right for you.

What You'll Get in Return

Not only is HSBC a great place to work, but we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefits:

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working models such as flextime, home office and part-time options.

Family Friendliness

• Comprehensive child care options in our company nursery schools.

Development

• Continuous personal development and future skills acquisition through HSBC My Career and HSBC University.
• Helpful tools for individual career planning.

Perks and Financial Security

• Company ticket, company bike, subsidized canteen, IT Leasing options, and discounts from our 'Corporate Benefits' programme.
• Employer-funded pension and accident insurance.
• 30 days of vacation plus additional holidays (Christmas and New Year's Eve).

Health

• Comprehensive range of health-related services such as medical check-ups, Sabbaticals, a lifetime working time account, a family service, joint sports groups, or Mindfulness Sessions.

Internationality

• Opportunities to work internationally.

Connecting with Colleagues

• Join Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interests.

HSBC has been certified "Top Employer 2025" in Europe. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Spain and Switzerland.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We value difference!

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For further information on building your career at HSBC, please visit: www.hsbc.com/careers