International Associate Relationship Manager

Columbia Bank

Entry-level associate supporting Columbia Bank’s international banking clients. Building expertise in foreign exchange, trade services, treasury management, and relationship management.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timePortland • Arizona, California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in International Banking, Foreign Exchange, and Treasury Management while effectively supporting client relationship management and compliance with banking regulations. Possesses strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In FinanceInternational Banking KnowledgeForeign Exchange ProductsTreasury ManagementAnalytical And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisAccounting PrinciplesClient ReportingPortfolio MonitoringRisk Management PrinciplesTrade Finance SolutionsRegulatory ComplianceAnti-Money Laundering PracticesMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCollaborationAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWordPowerPointOutlook

Industry Keywords

Commercial BankingInternational TradeCross-Border BankingTreasury Management ActivitiesClient PresentationsComplianceBank Secrecy ActRegulation CCRegulation ETrade Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support International Relationship Managers in servicing commercial clients engaged in international trade, cross-border banking, foreign exchange, and treasury management activities
Participate in formal training programs covering foreign exchange products, trade services, international payments, treasury solutions, risk management, and commercial banking practices
Assist in preparing client presentations, proposals, account reviews, pipeline reports, and other relationship-management materials
Participate in client meetings, internal strategy discussions, and product presentations
Research client industries, international trade trends, foreign exchange markets, and economic conditions
Partner with credit, treasury management, operations, compliance, and trade services teams on onboarding, service requests, and relationship management
Assist with portfolio monitoring, annual reviews, client reporting, and relationship planning
Support trade services involving letters of credit, documentary collections, trade finance solutions, and international payments
Develop knowledge of regulatory requirements, anti-money laundering practices, sanctions compliance, and risk management principles
Complete development projects, rotational assignments, training courses, and performance milestones for progression into an International Relationship Manager role
Maintain compliance with bank regulations, policies, procedures, and required training
Maintain working knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security, and other applicable regulations
May coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as a subject matter expert
Foster Columbia corporate culture and serve as a positive example
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, International Business, Accounting, or related field — Required
0–2 years Banking, financial services, internship, customer service, sales support, or related experience — Preferred
Strong interest in international banking, foreign exchange, trade finance, treasury management, or commercial banking
Foundational understanding of business finance, accounting principles, and financial statements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts, products, systems, and procedures
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Mental health resources
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Online discount marketplace
Paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays
Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly
Performance-based incentive compensation may be available