Western Alliance Bancorporation

Associate Foreign Exchange Sales

Western Alliance Bancorporation$100K — $124K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required
  • No prior experience required in commercial banking or related fields
  • Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills required

Responsibilities

  • Develop foreign exchange opportunities through proactive business activities
  • Build relationships with clients and internal stakeholders to advance FX opportunities
  • Conduct client and portfolio reviews to identify FX exposures and opportunities
  • Communicate market developments and economic themes to clients
  • Deliver presentations and educational sessions on FX topics
  • Maintain ownership of opportunities through effective CRM management
  • Coordinate client onboarding and implementation activities with various departments
  • Support the growth of client FX programs through ongoing engagement

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries
  • Ownership stake in the company
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • 401k matching program
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Employee volunteer program
  • Wellness program
  • Invaluable hands-on experience in business finance and management
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Associate Foreign Exchange Sales

Location:
San Jose

What you'll do:
As an Associate Foreign Exchange Sales professional within the Global Markets Group, you will be responsible for developing foreign exchange business opportunities and expanding client utilization of the Bank's foreign exchange products and services. Working closely with Relationship Managers, Treasury Management partners, Business Development Officers, and other internal stakeholders, you will identify foreign exchange opportunities, develop client relationships, conduct portfolio reviews, communicate market developments, and support the growth of the FX franchise. The role requires regular interaction with clients and prospects regarding international payments, foreign exchange activity, currency exposures, and available FX solutions. This position is designed for early-career professionals seeking to build expertise in foreign exchange sales, business development, financial markets, and commercial banking. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, professional communication skills, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to independently manage opportunities and business development activities within established policies, procedures, and governance frameworks. The Associate Foreign Exchange Sales professional serves as a foreign exchange subject matter resource for clients and internal business partners, contributing to client engagement, FX program development, market education, and revenue growth initiatives across the franchise.
  • Develop foreign exchange opportunities through portfolio reviews, internal referrals, relationship development, and proactive business development activities.
  • Build relationships with clients, prospects, Relationship Managers, Treasury Management partners, and other internal stakeholders to identify and advance FX opportunities.
  • Conduct client and portfolio reviews to identify foreign exchange exposures, international payment activity, and opportunities for increased FX utilization.
  • Communicate market developments, currency trends, and economic themes to clients and internal business partners.
  • Deliver FX presentations, market updates, educational sessions, and eFX platform demonstrations for clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain ownership of assigned opportunities through disciplined CRM management, pipeline maintenance, forecasting, and follow-up.
  • Coordinate client onboarding and implementation activities with Credit, Operations, Middle Office, Compliance, Legal, and other partner teams.
  • Support growth of client FX programs through ongoing engagement, education, and relationship management.
  • Operate in accordance with all FX policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and governance standards.
  • Exercise independent judgment in evaluating opportunities, prioritizing business development activities, and escalating issues when appropriate.


What you'll need:
  • No related experience required. in Commercial Banking, Treasury Management, Financial Services, Business Development, Capital Markets, Corporate Finance, Consulting, Sales or related fields. or similar field.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field required.
  • Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills.


Compensation: Salary range for new hires is generally $100,490.00 - $124,133.00 for San Jose, CA. Salary range for new hires is generally $100,490.00 - $124,133.00 for San Francisco, CA. Salary range for new hires is generally $100,490.00 - $124,133.00 for Boston, MA. Salary range for new hires is generally $100,490.00 - $124,133.00 for New York, NY. Salary amount is determined by specific job location. In addition, the role may be eligible for annual bonus/incentives earned and restricted stock.

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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