Hiring: Head of Trade Product & Advisory Company: East West Bank Location: Pasadena, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 00:41:57 Target Skills & Keywords : Product Management, Risk Management About the job Experience: •10+ years of experience in trade finance, international banking, treasury management, or related financial services Required Skills: •Reporting to the Head of Global Treasury & Payments, the Head of Trade Product & Advisory will lead the continued evolution of East West Bank's trade business by combining trade advisory, product management, strategic partnerships, and business development into a centralized Trade Solutions function. •This role will serve as the Bank's primary trade subject matter expert, partnering closely with Relationship Managers, Credit, Trade Operations, Treasury Management, International Banking, Risk, and Compliance to identify opportunities, structure transactions, and deliver a consistent, scalable, and profitable trade offering. •Trade Advisory & Business Development •Lead the Trade Finance business •Partner with all business lines and segments to evaluate, identify and structure trade opportunities •Act as subject matter expert and provide practical guidance on all trade matters, with a particular focus on cross-border trade transactions with an Asia nexus •Improve the knowledge and understanding of trade across the Bank •Trade Solutions Product Management Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred •Deep expertise in trade finance products, trade advisory, and business development •Strong knowledge of trade operations, risk management, regulatory requirements, and international trade practices •Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive business growth across cross-functional teams •Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior executives, clients, and internal stakeholders •Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive growth, innovation, and organizational change •Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!