Western Alliance Bancorporation

Associate Foreign Exchange Sales Trader

Western Alliance Bancorporation$83K — $102K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
  • Entry-level knowledge of banking operations and commercial banking products.
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance obligations in FX markets.
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
  • No previous experience in FX sales trading required.

Responsibilities

  • Execute foreign exchange transactions for assigned corporate clients.
  • Interact with clients to deliver custom FX solutions based on their needs.
  • Monitor market conditions and make real-time trading decisions.
  • Manage transaction profitability while ensuring compliance with risk limits.
  • Contribute to internal pricing strategy discussions and product enhancement initiatives.
  • Engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure smooth transaction delivery.
  • Utilize data analytics to improve trading efficiency and client experience.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Ownership stake in the company.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
  • Robust 401k matching program.
  • Tuition assistance for ongoing education.
  • Employee volunteer program promoting community engagement.
  • Wellness program to support employee health.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Associate Foreign Exchange Sales Trader

Location:
Boston

What you'll do:
As an Associate, Foreign Exchange (FX) Sales Trader, you are responsible for the execution of foreign exchange transactions, management of client trading activity, and delivery of FX solutions within the Global Markets Group. Reporting to the Head of FX Sales and Trading, this role is designed for early career candidates seeking hands-on exposure to FX markets, client servicing, and front office risk frameworks. You'll operate in a front-office capacity, with direct accountability for trade execution, client interaction, product structuring, and transaction-level revenue outcomes, within established risk, pricing, and credit frameworks. The position requires the ability to exercise independent judgment in real-time market conditions, manage assigned client activity, and contribute to the overall performance of the FX business. You'll function as an active participant in the FX platform, maintaining ownership of day-to-day trading activity, contributing to product delivery and market insight, and supporting a disciplined, controlled, and commercially driven environment. This role is well suited for intellectually curious, highly motivated candidates with strong analytical skills and an interest in applying data and emerging technologies to financial markets and client service.
  • Execute day-to-day FX trading activity across an assigned group of corporate clients and internal partners. Engage directly with clients to model, structure, and deliver foreign exchange solutions aligned with client objectives. Maintain responsibility for execution and FX trade-related decision-making. Maintain continuity and depth of client engagement through consistent interaction and product delivery. Price and execute live FX transactions across Spot, Forwards, NDFs, Swaps, and supported Options products within delegated authority. Apply real-time market judgment to determine execution strategy, pricing levels, and timing throughout the trading day. Manage transaction flow, balancing execution quality, responsiveness, and market risk considerations. Monitor market conditions, liquidity, and positioning to inform execution decisions and client outcomes. Maintain responsibility for managing risk exposure associated with executed transactions while maintaining compliance with risk limits.
  • Maintain responsibility for transaction-level profitability, including disciplined pricing and execution standards. Monitor activity across assigned relationships to support consistent FX engagement and revenue generation. Identify and act on opportunities to expand product usage and increase client participation in FX activity. Contribute to internal discussions related to pricing strategy, client behavior, and commercial positioning. Leverage technical and analytical capabilities to support the evaluation and enhancement of electronic FX trading initiatives. Contribute to the development and refinement of digital trading tools used for pricing, execution, and market risk management. Apply data-driven insights to improve execution efficiency, pricing consistency, and client experience across trading channels. Identify opportunities to integrate AI tools for insights and efficiency.
  • Operate within delegated pricing authority, credit limits, and risk parameters. Ensure all transactions meet eligibility, suitability, and product requirements prior to execution. Maintain responsibility for accurate trade capture, execution integrity, and risk alignment. Ensure adherence to internal risk limits, compliance policies, and regulatory requirements governing FX activity. Escalate exceptions in accordance with established governance frameworks. Operate as an active participant within the FX Sales & Trading platform, contributing to market discussions and coordination of client activity. Engage with stakeholders across Sales, Trading, Treasury Management, Risk, and Operations to support efficient transaction delivery. Contribute to a disciplined, controlled, and commercially aligned trading environment.


What you'll need:
  • No related experience required. or similar field.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field required.
  • Entry level knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
  • Entry level knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices.
  • Advanced speaking and writing communication skills.


Compensation: Salary range for new hires is generally $83,050.00 - $102,590.00 for Boston, MA. Salary amount is determined by specific job location. In addition, the role may be eligible for annual bonus/incentives earned.

Benefits you'll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want - like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About Western Alliance Bancorporation

Western Alliance Bancorporation is a bank holding company that provides a range of banking and related services to businesses and individuals. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Western Alliance Bancorporation operates through its subsidiary banks, which include Western Alliance Bank, Bank of Nevada, and Bridge Bank. The company offers a variety of products and services, including commercial and industrial loans, real estate loans, treasury management, and wealth management. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to providing exceptional customer service and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its performance and growth.
Learn more about Western Alliance Bancorporation
Size
3,139 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$506.6 million
5 Year Trend
+18.8%
NASDAQ

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