Capital Markets Analyst

Salal Credit Union • Seattle, WA

3d • Remote

About The Position

Salal Credit Union is seeking a Capital Markets Analyst to support strategic lending initiatives through financial analysis, relationship management, reporting, and project coordination. The analyst will work with internal business partners and external financial institutions on loan participation activities, portfolio analysis, and operational processes that support the Credit Union’s lending strategy. The role is suited to someone with experience in lending, banking, financial analysis, portfolio reporting, or a related financial services environment who is analytical, curious, and interested in learning. Prior capital markets experience is helpful but not required.

This position is fully remote and requires a work schedule aligned with Pacific Time Zone operating hours. The Credit Union provides all necessary equipment. Washington State residents are preferred; candidates in AZ, CA, FL, GA, ID, NY, OR, TX, or WA may also be considered.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in financial services, lending, capital markets, credit analysis, portfolio management, banking, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with executives, business partners, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and relationships simultaneously.
• Understanding of lending products, underwriting concepts, portfolio performance metrics, or capital markets activities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; attention to detail and ability to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to work a schedule aligned with Pacific Time Zone operating hours.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with loan participation programs, investor reporting, account reconciliations, financial calculations, or lending operations.
• Prior capital markets experience.
• Washington State residence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate loan participation servicing processes, investor reporting, remittance activities, portfolio reconciliations, portal communications, collections updates, and related operational responsibilities.
• Research and resolve data, accounting, servicing, and reporting issues in collaboration with lending, accounting, servicing, and external business partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with participation partners, brokers, service providers, and internal stakeholders; respond to information requests and follow-up items in a timely manner.
• Support loan sale and participation transactions by preparing reports, analyzing portfolio characteristics, supporting pricing reviews, performing portfolio calculations, and responding to questions about loan programs, collateral, underwriting practices, and portfolio performance.
• Prepare and distribute reporting, presentations, and business communications about portfolio performance, lending activity, and other key business metrics.
• Coordinate project activities and strategic initiatives, track progress and action items, and keep stakeholders informed about updates and timelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting using data analysis, business intelligence tools, and process improvements that reduce manual effort and enhance efficiency.

Benefits

• Profit-sharing bonus program offering the opportunity to earn additional compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• High-deductible health plan options with a health savings account and annual company-paid contributions.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holiday time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Monthly transportation subsidy.
• Necessary remote-work equipment provided by the Credit Union.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level