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.

East West Bank is seeking a Sports Finance Portfolio Manager (PM). The PM will be responsible for proactively managing a portfolio of sports clients including leagues teams, stadium/arena companies and other sports-affiliated entities. The PM will be accountable for credit quality, portfolio profitability, client relationship management, and risk mitigation, working closely with relationship managers, senior credit approvers and other internal partners.

• Oversee a portfolio of sports finance loans, ensuring adherence to credit policies, risk parameters, and regulatory requirements while optimizing profitability and client experience.
• Lead or co-lead the structuring of credit transactions; as well as lead the underwriting, and ongoing credit monitoring of sports finance transactions, including covenant compliance and periodic risk reviews.
• Lead or co-lead the deal execution efforts; including partnering with other members of the deal teams, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders on transaction documentation, closing processes, amendments, and waivers.
• Serve as a key point of contact for existing clients, managing day-to-day client interactions, addressing operational, credit, and structuring inquiries; supporting relationship managers in cross-selling and retention efforts.
• Prepare credit memorandums for senior management, with comprehensive analysis, for prospective and existing clients
• Prepare portfolio reports, risk assessments, and internal presentations for management, credit committees, and regulators as required.
• Identify and escalate emerging credit risks, market trends, and sports-specific developments that could impact portfolio performance or client obligations.
• Stay informed of market trends, regulatory changes, and sports finance market activity to enhance transaction quality and portfolio oversight.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior portfolio managers, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous learning.

• Bachelor's degree or combination of education and directly related experience
• Experience in the sports industry with general knowledge of sports finance is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 yrs of underwriting experience with a solid credit background.
• Must have a working knowledge of excel & word.
• Demonstrates strong underwriting and projection skills
• Strong understanding of credit policy and procedures and is able to accurately risk-rate loans/credits, evaluates both cash-flow and collateral-based loans/credits
• Strives for success and able to work under minimum supervision

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $165,000.00/Yr. - USD $215,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

East West Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations for disability are provided to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law.