Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate — Gresham

About U.S. Bank

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

About the Role

Join our Global Trade & Standby Services (GTSS) team to play a critical role in supporting Foreign Exchange (FX) settlements and international trade operations. This entry-level opportunity is designed for individuals eager to build a career in banking operations, offering training and hands-on exposure to global transactions to give you a strong foundation in international banking.

As an FX Operations Junior Associate, you will support the end-to-end lifecycle of foreign exchange and trade transactions. You will partner with front office teams to validate trade details, review and reconcile transaction activity, and coordinate workflows across internal partners and external clients. This role involves investigating discrepancies, assisting with exception resolution, and contributing to process improvements. You will deliver reliable, high-quality processing that directly supports global financial markets while building strong partnerships and developing client-facing communication skills.

Work Environment

This role is based at the Columbia Center with a hybrid schedule requiring 3+ days a week in the office. The standard work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM PT.

Hiring Process

If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants. Please note that this posting may be closed earlier due to a high volume of applicants.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law. U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with applicable local laws.

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Work location

Work model: Hybrid

Food Carts, Northeast Burnside Road, Central City, North Central, Gresham, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97030, United States

Gresham, Oregon

Key Responsibilities

check_circleProcess and support FX settlements, international payments, and trade-related transactions
check_circlePartner with front office teams to validate trade details, booking information, and settlement instructions
check_circleReview and reconcile transaction activity to ensure accuracy and alignment with regulatory standards
check_circleCoordinate workflows across internal partners and external clients to ensure smooth transaction execution
check_circleSupport trade confirmations and settlement instructions via systems such as SWIFT or Fed platforms
check_circleInvestigate discrepancies, escalate issues, and assist with exception resolution and client inquiries
check_circleContribute to process improvements and project work within the confirmations and settlements space
check_circleEnsure daily production goals and service level agreements (SLAs) are consistently met

Requirements

verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
verifiedAt least one year of relevant work experience
verifiedProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF tools)
verifiedAbility to comply with E-Verify program requirements

Nice to Have

Exposure to banking, financial services, or international transactions. Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact with both internal and external stakeholders. Detail-oriented with solid problem-solving and organizational abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF tools). Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealthcare including medical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleBasic term and optional term life insurancecheck_circleShort-term and long-term disability insurancecheck_circlePregnancy disability and parental leave401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, PDF Tools, Swift, Fed Platforms, Foreign Exchange, FX Settlements, International Trade Operations.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Frequently asked questions about Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank

What does a Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank do?expand_more

A Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank is responsible for the following: Process and support FX settlements, international payments, and trade-related transactions; Partner with front office teams to validate trade details, booking information, and settlement instructions; Review and reconcile transaction activity to ensure accuracy and alignment with regulatory standards; and Coordinate workflows across internal partners and external clients to ensure smooth transaction execution.

What are the requirements for this Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements role?expand_more

U.S. Bank is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; At least one year of relevant work experience; Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF tools); and Ability to comply with E-Verify program requirements.

Where is the Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements role at U.S. Bank located?expand_more

Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank is based in Food Carts, Northeast Burnside Road, Central City, North Central, Gresham, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97030, United States. This is a hybrid role.

Is this Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

U.S. Bank has listed this Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements role as hybrid.

How much experience is required for this Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements role?expand_more

Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

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Key skills for Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank include Microsoft Office; Word; Excel; Powerpoint; PDF Tools; Swift; Fed Platforms; and Foreign Exchange.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent required.

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Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements at U.S. Bank is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.

Foreign Exchange Operations Junior Associate - Settlements