FX Risk Analyst

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. 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.

About the role

The primary role of FX Risk Analyst is to support daily Risk management function of FX Business. This position will be required to further develop a foundation of both FX industry knowledge, and will also be required to operationally understand Risk Management in relation to FX Business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily FX Risk Control tasks and Reports and ensure that all current control processes are in adherence to the Bank's audit and operational risk management guidelines
• Assist and perform daily FX Risk Control functions with Supervisory guidance
• Ensure that FX Risk & Administration functions of FX Risk Management Department are effective and efficient so that each operational staff performs in terms with strategic and operational plan objectives (e.g., customer first, accuracy, simplicity, and ownership)
• Understand the current Regulatory and collateral management tasks
• Communicate and work collaboratively with other key stakeholders internally and externally for daily operations
• Other Risk & Administration projects as assigned by management
• Perform other duties as assigned, including ad-hoc requests and Risk & Administration projects

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in related field (Accounting, Banking & Finance, or Computer Science)
• Basic FX Derivative Product Knowledge
• Previous experience in Foreign Exchange or Banking industry
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong end-user computing skills (e.g., Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word, and VBA programming)
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered at this time

Pay

The base pay range for this position is USD $20.00/Hr. - USD $30.00/Hr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.