Portfolio Manager - Project Finance

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 120 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 an exclusive focus on the U.S. and Greater China markets. With a strong foundation, and enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity, East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Overview

The Project Finance Portfolio Manager will be responsible for assisting the Project Finance Portfolio Management team in underwriting, credit monitoring and portfolio management of a portfolio of clients where the repayment of the loan is based on cash flows generated by the related project (power/energy/renewables/solar).

Responsibilities:

• Assist Portfolio Managers in underwriting certain aspects of proposed and existing transactions and assist in managing transactions according to the Bank’s established guidelines and policies.
• Assist in evaluating numerous transaction types across a broad array of power markets and energy sectors, conducting analysis of the borrowers, counterparties, and developing cash flow models.
• Develop and manage financial models analyzing the economics and risks associated with project financing structures.
• Provide assistance with Depository Agency services, such as preparing wire transfers and fielding internal and external depository inquiries.
• Ongoing monitoring of credit/covenant compliance.
• Manage the renewal process by working with the Portfolio Managers, the client and the credit department for a variety of tasks such as credit line increases, amendments, and waivers of tripped covenants.
• Ensure compliance with EWB regulatory and credit requirements.
• Ensure the portfolio administration and risk management of each client relationship follows established EWB credit policy, procedures, and business strategy as well as commercial and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist in the review of legal documentation for accuracy, and compliance with Credit approval requirements.
• Perform other administrative duties required for the maintenance of a portfolio of clients to be determined by the Portfolio Managers.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of market conditions.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of project finance (power/energy/renewables/solar).
• Ability to understand and advise on complex financial proposals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong Excel skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required; MBA preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience in project finance.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $225,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.