Senior Trade Finance Advisor

Western Alliance Bank

Senior Trade Finance Advisor structuring and analyzing trade finance solutions for commercial clients. Focused on commercial letters of credit and supporting financing structures with international banking knowledge.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Illinois, Nevada, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $148,830 - $183,850 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

responsible for structuring, analyzing, and supporting trade finance solutions for commercial clients
core focus on Commercial Letters of Credit (LCs), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs), and Export-Import (EXIM) loan facilities
partner closely with relationship managers, credit teams, and operations to deliver tailored solutions
advise corporate and commercial clients on trade finance solutions
structure transaction solutions aligned with client trade flows, risk profiles, and regulatory requirements
identify opportunities to deepen client relationships
coordinate end-to-end execution of LC issuance, amendments, document negotiation, and settlements
support SBLC structuring, issuance, renewals, and compliance monitoring
assist in the origination and processing of EXIM-backed or trade-related loan facilities
evaluate transaction risks including country risk, counterparty risk, and document risk
ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks and industry rules
collaborate with credit and compliance teams on approvals and documentation
partner with Relationship Managers to support deal origination and client development
support credit underwriting teams with transaction structures and risk mitigation analysis
provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on trade finance products
stay current on global trade finance trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions
contribute to product development initiatives for trade finance offerings
support process improvements and digitization initiatives in trade finance operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of related experience in Trade Finance, International Banking or Commercial Banking or similar field
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
Intermediate knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services
Intermediate knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices
Intermediate knowledge in credit/lending underwriting is preferred
Working knowledge of international trade regulations and governing rules (UCP 600, ISP98)
Intermediate to advanced analytical, problem solving, and risk assessment skills
Advanced speaking and writing communication skills
Occasional travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive salaries
an ownership stake in the company
medical and dental insurance
time off
a great 401k matching program
tuition assistance program
an employee volunteer program
a wellness program

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Hard Skills & Tools

trade finance solutionsCommercial Letters of CreditStandby Letters of CreditExport-Import loan facilitiestransaction structuringrisk assessmentcredit underwritingregulatory compliancedocument negotiationprocess improvements

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem solvingcommunication skillsrelationship managementclient developmentteam collaborationtraining and guidancerisk mitigationorganizational skillsadaptability