Qussai Al Barwani
Muscat
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in trade finance instruments, including a comprehensive understanding of UCP 600 and letter of credit processes. Demonstrates exceptional skills in complex problem-solving, data interpretation, and client relationship management. Adept at multitasking and adapting to changing environments, with proven expertise in presentation preparation, time management, and team collaboration. Committed to leveraging advanced MS capabilities and research skills to drive organizational success while maintaining high standards of verbal and written communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Junior Officer - Import payment and LTR
Oman Arab Bank
Al Ghubrah, Muscat
03.2026 - Current
- Facilitated international payments by managing currency exchanges.
- Ensured timely settlements of trades whilst strictly adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Reviewed and validated transaction documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Supported reconciliation of payment instructions with credit terms, ensuring accurate fund transfers and strengthening financial transaction transparency.
- Efficiently processed over 15 transactions per day.
Junior Officer - Letters of Credit Specialist
Oman Arab Bank
Al Ghubrah, Muscat
03.2024 - 02.2026
- Reviewed and validated documentary credits to ensure compliance with international trade regulations, reducing risk of payment disputes and enhancing transaction reliability.
- Processed letters of credit documentation with precision, accelerating transaction throughput and enhancing client satisfaction through timely trade financing support.
- Validated compliance of letters of credit with bank policies before submission, ensuring error-free transactions and improving operational accuracy.
- Clarified complex credit terms with clients to reduce processing errors and improve accuracy of trade finance transactions.
- Compiled and organized client credit applications to facilitate swift processing, improving overall workflow efficiency and reducing operational bottlenecks.
- Processed amendments to letters of credit with accuracy, ensuring timely updates that enhanced operational continuity and minimized client transaction disruptions.
- Handled over 10 client inquiries regarding letter of credit terms promptly, ensuring clear communication and fostering stronger customer relationships in trade finance.
- Coordinated cross-departmental document verification to accelerate letter of credit approvals, improving transaction throughput and client satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science - Global Finance and Banking
King's College London
London, United Kingdom 09.2024 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Materials Science and Engineering
Washington State University
Pullman, WA 01.2019 - 05.2023
Skills
- Presentation preparation
- Time management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Research
- Verbal and written communication
- Advanced MS
- Attention to Detail
- Motivation
- Data interpretation
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Trade finance instruments understanding
- Client Relationship Management
LANGUAGES
English
Arabic(Native)
PROJECTS
- MATERIALS ENGINEERING SENIOR THESIS, Communicated with professor regarding scientific research information., Analyzed experimental data and interpreted results to write reports and summaries of findings., Created PowerPoint slide shows for presentation of departmental research findings., Finished tasks and job duties, adhering to deadlines to avoid delays., Sep 2022 — Dec 2022, Pullman, WA
- ME CAPSTONE PROJECT, Analyzed research and benchmarking activities for the proposed project., Communicated with the company to determine project requirements and objectives., Interfaced regularly with project members to coordinate strategies, schedules, and tasks to meet project milestones., Interpreted data and created presentation slides based on project needs and deliverables, tracking benchmarks and making recommendations for change., Jan 2023 — Apr 2023, Lewiston, ID
LINKS
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/qussai-al-barwani-3840b120b
- Email: qussaialbarwani@gmail.com
Timeline
Junior Officer - Import payment and LTR
Oman Arab Bank
03.2026 - Current
Master of Science - Global Finance and Banking
King's College London
09.2024 - 08.2026
Junior Officer - Letters of Credit Specialist
Oman Arab Bank
03.2024 - 02.2026
Bachelor of Science - Materials Science and Engineering
Washington State University
01.2019 - 05.2023