East West Bank · 2 days ago
Project Manager
Pasadena, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$75K/yr - $135K/yr
15+ years expEast West Bank is a premier financial institution serving as a bridge between the East and West since 1973. The Project Manager will provide strategic support to the Head of Corporate Banking, lead departmental initiatives, and enhance client engagement while managing various operational tasks.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as a primary partner to the Head of Corporate Banking, providing strategic calendar management, meeting preparation, and follow-up
Help draft executive communications, briefings and presentations
Support executive decision-making by compiling data, preparing summaries, and ensuring business unit leaders are equipped with timely and accurate information
Manage sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment
Lead departmental initiatives, including process improvements, policy rollouts, risk assessments and operational updates
Partner with teams such as Loan and Deposit Operations, GTP, DMI, BSA, ERM and Credit Supervision to implement new processes and ensure adherence to bank policies
Drive completion and quality of RCSA, BSA/AML, ERM, and other compliance-related deliverables for the Corporate Banking Team
Serve as the Corporate Banking liaison with FP&A team to ensure alignment on forecasting, and business performance insights
Oversee progress tracking and cross-team communication for assigned projects
Maintain and update loan & deposit pipeline trackers, and RM/Portfolio Manager performance reporting
Support the development of internal controls, policy reviews, and audit readiness across the Corporate Banking Team
Analyze operational gaps and recommend improvements to reduce risk and increase efficiency
Work closely with Relationship Management teams to support loan/deposit growth, client onboarding, and portfolio management activities
Prepare client briefing materials, and executive-level summaries for major accounts and high-risk prospects
Participate in client experience initiatives, being the voice of the corporate banking group to enhance service models for Corporate Banking clients
Facilitate planning, distribution/logistics and execution of high-profile corporate events, including:
Sports hospitality (Dodgers, Clippers, Lakers, Angels, Kings, etc.)
VIP client dinners
Executive dinners and leadership gatherings
Develop run-of-show schedules, seating charts, guest lists, and briefing documents
Manage and onboard certain vendor relationships and coordinate logistics with internal and external stakeholders
Create polished presentations, templates, reports, and trackers for internal and external audiences
Draft messaging, announcements, event invitations, and follow-up communications for Corporate Banking group
Maintain SharePoint sites, Teams channels, and internal project documentation repositories
Oversee expense management, travel coordination, scheduling, and administrative workflows for senior leadership
Support departmental hiring, onboarding and cultural engagement initiatives
Mentor administrative and support staff, providing guidance on prioritization, workflow, and executive communication
Qualification
Required
15+ years of related experience in an executive administrative/project management capacity reporting directly to high level executives
Experience in a fast paced corporate environment working with executives, management, auditors, regulators, all levels of staff, outside clients
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and problem solving skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure in a fast paced environment
Highly Professional and interpersonal skills when dealing with clients, employees, executives and board of directors
Self-motivated and proactive with minimal guidance
Excellent verbal and written communication
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize assignments/tasks
Must be able to take initiative, adaptable and multi-task to meet multiple deadlines
Flexibility in work schedule
Expert in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time
Company
East West Bank
East West Bancorp is a publicly owned company with $22 billion in assets. The Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, East West Bank, is one of
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1999-02-08IPO
Leadership Team
Christopher J. Del Moral-Niles
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Diana Liu
Executive Assistant and Project Manager
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