Job DescriptionThe Foreign Exchange Sales team supports commercial and mid-cap corporate clients in identifying, understanding, and managing foreign exchange risk and international payment needs. This includes hedging of transactional and translational exposures (including cross-border M&A and project-related transactions), capital structure-related FX needs as well as cross-border payment solutions tied to receivables, payables, and other working capital/ treasury management needs.
This role will be based in San Francisco or Los Angeles and will cover a Mid-Cap commercial client portfolio in close partnership with relationship managers, treasury partners, credit, legal, trading, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:Client Coverage & Relationship Management- Build and maintain strong relationships at all levels of client organizations (Analyst through CFO/Treasurer).
- Partner closely with Mid-Cap relationship managers, Treasury partners, other Global Capital Markets partners and other internal stakeholders to deliver holistic FX solutions.
- Lead client and internal discussions around FX hedging strategies and international payment solutions across varying levels of sophistication.
- Proactively engage clients using market developments and volatility to drive thoughtful, value-added conversations.
Origination, Structuring & Execution Support- Originate and develop FX hedging and payment opportunities across spot, forwards, swaps, and options.
- Support structuring discussions and execution readiness in coordination with FX Trading and internal partners.
- Prepare for and support trade execution, ensuring a high-quality client experience and seamless handoff across teams.
Onboarding, Credit & Documentation- Coordinate client onboarding, credit approvals, and legal documentation (including ISDA and related agreements) in partnership with Credit, Legal, and Operations.
- Manage onboarding timelines and expectations to ensure efficient execution and strong client outcomes.
Pipeline Management & Coverage Discipline- Maintain a strong, transparent sales pipeline with consistent reporting and forecasting.
- Demonstrate disciplined prospecting, in-person calling, and partner collaboration.
- Utilize internal tools and systems to track activity, pipeline, and client engagement.
Team & Culture- Act as a team player by providing coverage support for colleagues as needed.
- Contribute to team knowledge-sharing, best practices, and the development of junior talent.
- Participate in sales initiatives, training, and broader FX franchise growth efforts.
Risk, Policy & Controls- Ensure adherence to all internal policies, regulatory requirements, and conduct standards, including AML/BSA, Code of Ethics, and applicable FX sales and marketing guidelines.
- Present FX solutions in a fair and balanced manner and operate within established regulatory frameworks.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 10+ years of Foreign Exchange experience in a sales, marketing, or client-facing advisory role.
- Demonstrated experience working with commercial or mid-cap corporate clients.
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex FX concepts clearly.
- Ability to travel as needed within the coverage region.
Preferred Qualifications- Strong understanding of corporate finance, accounting, and FX risk management.
- Proven track record of originating and closing complex FX hedging and/or international payment opportunities.
- Exceptional product knowledge across FX spot, forwards, swaps, options, and related structures.
- Experience partnering closely with Credit, Legal and other internal teams on complex transactions.
What Success Looks Like in This Role- Consistent new client onboarding and expansion of FX wallet share within the Mid-Cap portfolio.
- Strong partnership with internal stakeholders and external clients.
- Well-maintained, visible pipeline supported by disciplined activity and reporting.
- Positive reputation with clients and internal partners for responsiveness, expertise, and execution.
Benefits:Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $170,255.00 - $200,300.00
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants. 
