Senior International Operations Officer

at  East West Bank

Introduction:
Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 120 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 an exclusive focus on the U.S. and Greater China markets. With a strong foundation, and enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity, East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.
Overview:
The Senior lnternational Operations Officer is responsible for the day-to-day processing of Trade product transactrons within the lnternational Operations Team. Processing will include but are not limited to: Standby Letters of Credit, Documentary lmport Letters of Credit, Export Letters of Credit and Financing, lmport and Export Documentary Collections and Supply Chain Financing.

Responsibilities:

• Provide advice and direction on operational aspects of trade finance to both internal and external customers, Escalate any issues to supervisor regarding trade finance services.
• Process and review transactions with speed and accuracy.
• Provide training to new hires and/or junior processors.
• Assist manager/supervisors in policy and procedure development and enhancements.
• Support the implementation of new products to maintain competitiveness in the trade Finance industry.
• Continually look to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Adhere to all department policies and procedures to ensure all lnternal Compliance/Anti- Boycott/OFAC/AML. Collaborate with internal and external parties to ensure compliance with legal requirements, Bovernment rules, contractual obligations and internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of all trade product laws, regulations, developments, and trends in the industry. Good working knowledge of UCP600, lSP98, URC522, lncoterms, IBSP and 5WlFT.

Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent preferred
• 5 years’ experience in related field is required.
• Knowledge of UCP600, ISP98, URC522, lncoterms and SWIFT.
• Ability to evaluate, analyze and quantify the financial impact of the issues involved.
• Ability to handle and escalate situations using great interpersonal, negotiating, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pay attention to details and follow through.
• Proficient written, verbal and presentation skills are needed to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, internet, and internal software.

Compensation: The base pay range for this position is USD $70,000.00/Yr. - USD $80,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location

• Provide advice and direction on operational aspects of trade finance to both internal and external customers, Escalate any issues to supervisor regarding trade finance services.
• Process and review transactions with speed and accuracy.
• Provide training to new hires and/or junior processors.
• Assist manager/supervisors in policy and procedure development and enhancements.
• Support the implementation of new products to maintain competitiveness in the trade Finance industry.
• Continually look to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Adhere to all department policies and procedures to ensure all lnternal Compliance/Anti- Boycott/OFAC/AML. Collaborate with internal and external parties to ensure compliance with legal requirements, Bovernment rules, contractual obligations and internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of all trade product laws, regulations, developments, and trends in the industry. Good working knowledge of UCP600, lSP98, URC522, lncoterms, IBSP and 5WlFT