Credit Analyst

Introduction

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, 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 a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

We are currently seeking an entry level Credit Analyst in our C&I banking group. The Credit Analyst will work with the team’s Relationship Managers and Portfolio Managers to perform due diligence, underwrite new credit facilities and to monitor and maintain the loan portfolio. Primary responsibilities include analyzing financial data to determine the merits of loan requests, recommending appropriate credit structures, and identifying cross selling/referral opportunities for other bank products and services.

• Prepare credit memorandums to be submitted to senior management team with comprehensive analysis for prospective and existing clients.
• Assist with portfolio management, including reporting monitoring and updating internal reports and compliance programs.
• Support senior officers in all aspects of underwriting and closing deals.
• General Support of C&I Portfolio Team (i.e. Spreading Financials, due diligence searches, funding and documentation process and coordinating with back office, external counsel and other counterparts).
• Respond to client requests.
• Complete special projects as needed for other team members and senior management.

• Bachelors degree or concentration in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• 1-2 years of experience, ideally with credit training or experience in financial modeling and analysis
• Strong writing and communication skills are critical
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work within set timelines while maintaining quality and attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic work environment

The base pay range for this position is USD $55,000.00/Yr.

- USD $65,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.