Job Description
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.
Overview
We are currently seeking a seasoned Sports Finance Manager focusing on the Sports Lending industry. Responsible for the overall production and growth of the Sports business. Responsible for growing revenue with major sports teams in the NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS and NBA, etc… and provides corporate banking services to including lending, stadium financing, treasury management, and capital market solutions.
Must have experience in developing new loans and deposits relationships within the Sports – Entertainment industry. As an East West Bank employee, you will be part of a growing and stable organization that provides career path development opportunities while serving a growing and profitable market. As a valuable East West Bank team member, your duties (not limited to) will include:
Responsibilities
Utilizes a high degree of creativity and independence in developing and managing a large portfolio of diverse and complex clients
Has a thorough and updated understanding of the national sports teams and leagues and the unique dynamics they may have in partnership with other internal business partners to maintain a knowledge-based resource both internally for the bank and externally for the clients
Banking relationships in the Entertainment, New Media, Technology, Music, and Sports Lending division.
Acts as a consultant to clients and a resource to the Bank in developing and retaining business.
Demonstrates solid product and operational knowledge.
Possesses excellent corporate finance knowledge depending on the diversity of the portfolio.
Utilizes excellent negotiation and closing skills.
Responsible for attaining established individual, department, and Bank financial goals
Coordinates the entire underwriting & application process and including creation of Memos for Credit Department.
Performs forecasting for all loans.
Promotes high quality sports and entertainment loan customer service and related activities.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Various backgrounds in finance supported by Bachelor and Master degrees are strongly preferable.
15+ years of relevant business experience selling financial loans to customers in the Entertainment, New Media, Technology, Music and Sports.
10+ years of experience in banking, investment and financial planning with an emphasis on sales and relationship management of complex and sensitive accounts and business development within a similarly complex market
Advance and proven knowledge of deposit, credit and investment products
Demonstrate high level of expertise in sales, networking, negotiation, business acumen, relationship building and execution of responsibilities
Possess proficient interpersonal communication, writing and group presentation skills.
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sports Finance position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
