Structured Finance

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement. 

Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Overview

The Structured Finance individual will be responsible for underwriting, structuring, negotiating, obtaining credit approval and closing newly originated structured finance credit facilities.

Responsibilities

• An integral member of the deal team responsible for the underwriting, structuring , negotiating, obtaining credit approval and closing newly originated structured finance credit facilities. 
• Create credit memos for newly originated structured finance credit facilities
• Review legal documentation for accuracy and compliance with approval requirements
• Work with Product Partners including FX, Interest Rate Contracts, Global Transaction Payments, Capital Markets to incorporate these products into the credit facility structure as needed to mitigate risks, establish the cash management relationship with the client and offer capital markets products
• Work with Customer Service Team to open relevant accounts as part of the overall client relationship and obtain BSA approval
• Ensure compliance with EWB regulatory and credit requirements
• Ensure the portfolio administration and risk management of each client relationship follows established EWB credit policy, procedures, and business strategy as well as commercial and regulatory guidelines
• Maintain knowledge of market conditions.
• May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Good understanding of structured finance and securitization.
• Ability to understand and advise on complex financial proposals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong Excel skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required; MBA preferred.
• At least ten years of experience in structured finance/securitization.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States.  We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.  

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $250,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.