Relationship Manager Jobs at East West Bank with Visa Sponsorship
Relationship Manager roles at East West Bank sit at the intersection of commercial banking and cross-cultural client service, with a particular focus on serving Asian-American business communities. East West Bank has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified Relationship Managers, making it a realistic target for international candidates in financial services.
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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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
East West Bank is seeking a Structured Finance Relationship Manager responsible for leading and overseeing a team involved in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex financial transactions, particularly in the area of securitization and other structured products. Will manage deal teams, negotiate with investors and lenders, and ensure that financing structures meet business needs. This is a senior position which develops relationships with Specialty Finance companies in the middle market space. Responsibilities will include originate, underwrite and execute commercial loan transactions. Cross sell products offered by East West Bank including GTS, Interest Rate/FX Swaps and Trade Finance. Monitor and manage the risk of the loan portfolio to maintain strong credit performance. Identify new markets to continue to grow business. Must have experience in developing new loans and deposits relationships within the Structured Finance Lending industry.
As a valuable East West Bank team member, your duties (not limited to) will include:
- Develops relationships with Specialty Finance companies across the US
- Originate, underwrite and execute commercial loan transactions to finance financial assets across a wide spectrum of asset classes
- Cross sell products offered by East West Bank including GTS, Interest Rate/FX Swaps and Trade Finance
- Monitor and manage the risk of the loan portfolio to maintain strong credit performance
- Identify new markets to continue to grow
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of middle market commercial banking experience with minimum 10 years in structured finance
- Bachelor's degree in finance or equivalent work experience
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, communication, and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with various structured finance products, such as ABS, CMBS, and RMBS
- Proven sales track record with client relationships that are transferable to the Structured Finance business at East West Bank
- Strong credit underwriting experience through on the job experience or from formal bank credit training program
- Strong knowledge in FX/ Interest Rate Swaps, Trade Finance and Treasury Products
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
COMPENSATION
The base pay range for this position is USD $200,000.00/Yr. - USD $325,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
East West Bank is seeking a Structured Finance Relationship Manager responsible for leading and overseeing a team involved in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex financial transactions, particularly in the area of securitization and other structured products. Will manage deal teams, negotiate with investors and lenders, and ensure that financing structures meet business needs. This is a senior position which develops relationships with Specialty Finance companies in the middle market space. Responsibilities will include originate, underwrite and execute commercial loan transactions. Cross sell products offered by East West Bank including GTS, Interest Rate/FX Swaps and Trade Finance. Monitor and manage the risk of the loan portfolio to maintain strong credit performance. Identify new markets to continue to grow business. Must have experience in developing new loans and deposits relationships within the Structured Finance Lending industry.
As a valuable East West Bank team member, your duties (not limited to) will include:
- Develops relationships with Specialty Finance companies across the US
- Originate, underwrite and execute commercial loan transactions to finance financial assets across a wide spectrum of asset classes
- Cross sell products offered by East West Bank including GTS, Interest Rate/FX Swaps and Trade Finance
- Monitor and manage the risk of the loan portfolio to maintain strong credit performance
- Identify new markets to continue to grow
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of middle market commercial banking experience with minimum 10 years in structured finance
- Bachelor's degree in finance or equivalent work experience
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, communication, and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with various structured finance products, such as ABS, CMBS, and RMBS
- Proven sales track record with client relationships that are transferable to the Structured Finance business at East West Bank
- Strong credit underwriting experience through on the job experience or from formal bank credit training program
- Strong knowledge in FX/ Interest Rate Swaps, Trade Finance and Treasury Products
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
COMPENSATION
The base pay range for this position is USD $200,000.00/Yr. - USD $325,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
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Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
H-1B eligibility for Relationship Managers requires demonstrating the role demands a specific bachelor's degree, typically in finance, economics, or accounting. Frame your degree and experience around credit analysis and commercial lending, not general business, to meet USCIS specialty occupation criteria.
Target East West Bank's community banking focus
East West Bank actively hires Relationship Managers who can serve Chinese-speaking business clients. If you have Mandarin or Cantonese fluency alongside commercial lending experience, lead with both in your application. This directly aligns with the bank's core market and strengthens your candidacy.
Search current openings through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Relationship Manager openings at East West Bank by visa type. You can identify which roles have active sponsorship history, saving time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying to positions without confirmed sponsorship pathways.
Prepare your LCA documentation early in negotiations
East West Bank must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before submitting your H-1B petition. Confirm with HR that the offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your work location, since Relationship Manager pay varies significantly between branches in California versus other states.
Understand F-1 OPT timing relative to the H-1B cap
If you're on F-1 OPT and start at East West Bank before April 1, confirm whether your OPT end date gives you enough runway. STEM OPT extensions of 24 months apply only to qualifying STEM degrees, and finance degrees from programs not on the STEM list do not qualify.
Request clarity on cap-exempt versus cap-subject filing
East West Bank is a for-profit employer, so H-1B petitions are cap-subject and subject to the annual lottery. If you receive an offer, ask HR whether they plan to file in the April lottery cycle and whether premium processing, which cuts USCIS review to 15 business days, is part of their standard process.
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Does East West Bank sponsor H-1B visas for Relationship Managers?
Yes, East West Bank sponsors H-1B visas for Relationship Managers. As a for-profit employer, their H-1B petitions are cap-subject and go through the annual USCIS lottery. The role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B standards when the position requires a degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a directly related field.
Which visa types does East West Bank commonly sponsor for Relationship Manager roles?
East West Bank sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visas for Relationship Managers, along with EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based Green Card pathways for longer-term hires. The bank also accommodates candidates on F-1 OPT and CPT during early career stages, and TN visas for qualifying Canadian and Mexican nationals in financial services roles.
What qualifications does East West Bank expect for Relationship Manager candidates seeking sponsorship?
East West Bank typically looks for a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business, combined with demonstrated commercial lending or portfolio management experience. Candidates with Mandarin or Cantonese language skills have a distinct advantage given the bank's focus on serving Asian-American business communities. Prior credit analysis experience strengthens both your application and your H-1B specialty occupation argument.
How do I apply for Relationship Manager jobs at East West Bank?
You can browse open Relationship Manager positions at East West Bank through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship history so you can confirm sponsorship is available before applying. When applying, tailor your resume to highlight commercial lending, client relationship management, and any relevant language skills. Follow up with the bank's HR team early to confirm sponsorship timelines relative to your current visa status.
How do I plan my timeline if I need H-1B sponsorship from East West Bank?
H-1B registrations open in March each year, with lottery selection in late March and petition filing beginning April 1. If you're on F-1 OPT, you need your OPT authorization to cover you until at least October 1, when approved H-1B status takes effect. Start conversations with East West Bank's HR team by January at the latest to ensure all documentation, including the DOL Labor Condition Application, is ready before the registration window opens.
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