FX Sales Associate, Global Markets — Launch Your Career

Western Alliance Bancorporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Alliance Bank in San Jose seeks an Associate Foreign Exchange Sales professional to develop FX business opportunities and expand client utilization of FX products. You will collaborate with Relationship Managers, Treasury Management and other partners to identify FX opportunities and manage opportunities within governance.

This entry-level role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong communication, and relationship-building as you conduct portfolio reviews, present market updates, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills.
• No related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop foreign exchange opportunities through portfolio reviews, internal referrals, relationship development, and proactive business development activities.
• Build relationships with clients, prospects, Relationship Managers, Treasury Management partners, and other internal stakeholders to identify and advance FX opportunities.
• Conduct client and portfolio reviews to identify foreign exchange exposures, international payment activity, and opportunities for increased FX utilization.
• Communicate market developments, currency trends, and economic themes to clients and internal business partners.
• Deliver FX presentations, market updates, educational sessions, and eFX platform demonstrations for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain ownership of assigned opportunities through disciplined CRM management, pipeline maintenance, forecasting, and follow-up.
• Coordinate client onboarding and implementation activities with Credit, Operations, Middle Office, Compliance, Legal, and other partner teams.
• Support growth of client FX programs through ongoing engagement, education, and relationship management.
• Operate in accordance with all FX policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and governance standards.
• Exercise independent judgment in evaluating opportunities, prioritizing business development activities, and escalating issues when appropriate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship development

CRM management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Western Alliance Bank in San Jose seeks an Associate Foreign Exchange Sales professional to develop FX business opportunities and expand client utilization of FX products. You will collaborate with Relationship Managers, Treasury Management and other partners to identify FX opportunities and manage opportunities within governance.

This entry-level role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong communication, and relationship-building as you conduct portfolio reviews, present market updates, and