Assistant Vice President Jobs in California

Assistant Vice President jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in financial services, banking, technology, healthcare administration, and real estate across a market that ranges from early-career managers stepping into their first VP-track role to seasoned senior leaders. The largest hiring activity centers on Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where institutions such as Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Kaiser Permanente maintain deep California footprints and regularly recruit at this level. The most in-demand specialties include credit risk, commercial lending, product management, and operations strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles50+
Top employerWSP in the U.S.
Top cityIrvine, CA
Cities hiring17
Work type82% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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PENNYMAC
Assistant VP Collateral Management
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PENNYMAC
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Assistant VP Collateral Management
PENNYMAC
Moorpark, California
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Audit
Tax
$90k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Aon
Primary Casualty Broker, Assistant Vice President
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Aon
Added 1w ago
Primary Casualty Broker, Assistant Vice President
Aon
Los Angeles, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
$125k - $185k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Saint Mary's College of California
Assistant Vice President, Student Support Services
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Saint Mary's College of California
Added 1w ago
Assistant Vice President, Student Support Services
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, California
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
$94k - $157k/yr
On-Site
Master's
501-1,000

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Saint Mary's College of California
Assistant Vice President, Student Support Services
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Saint Mary's College of California
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Assistant Vice President, Student Support Services
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, California
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Healthcare Administration
Learning & Development
$94k - $157k/yr
On-Site
None
501-1,000

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State Street
Middle Office Operations, Assistant Vice President
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State Street
Added 2w ago
Middle Office Operations, Assistant Vice President
State Street
Irvine, California
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
$80k - $140k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Assistant Vice President Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Irvine
12 jobs
Los Angeles
9 jobs
San Francisco
7 jobs
San Diego
6 jobs
Moraga
2 jobs
Oakland
2 jobs
Riverside
2 jobs
Beverly Hills
1 jobs
Brea
1 jobs

Assistant Vice President Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • WSP in the U.S.
    WSP in the U.S.21
  • WSP
    WSP6
  • State Street
    State Street4
  • Builders FirstSource
    Builders FirstSource2
  • Datadog
    Datadog2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services27
  • Construction & Real Estate21
  • Banking & Financial Services9
  • Education4
  • Technology & Software4

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant vice president jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field required
  • Seven or more years of progressive management experience in the relevant industry
  • Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams and direct reports
  • Strong knowledge of California regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks
  • Experience with strategic planning, budgeting, and executive-level reporting
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, or enterprise software platforms

Assistant Vice President Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a assistant vice president in California?

Most assistant vice presidents in California reach the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field and several years of progressively senior experience in their industry. California does not issue a universal state license for this title, but sector-specific requirements apply: financial services candidates often hold FINRA Series licenses, healthcare administrators may need California Department of Public Health credentials, and real estate professionals require a California Bureau of Real Estate license. An MBA strengthens competitiveness for most industries.

Which companies hire assistant vice presidents in California?

Employers hiring assistant vice presidents in California right now include WSP in the U.S., WSP, and State Street, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of major bank headquarters, technology firms, and integrated health systems means hiring at this level is consistently active across multiple sectors.

Which California cities have the most assistant vice president jobs?

Irvine, Los Angeles, and San Francisco account for the most assistant vice president openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco dominate because of their dense concentrations of financial institutions, technology companies, and corporate headquarters, while San Diego's strong biotech, defense, and healthcare sectors drive consistent demand for senior managers in those industries.

Are there remote assistant vice president jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most senior roles, because assistant vice president work in technology, finance, and strategy is largely desk-based and analytically driven. About 18% of assistant vice president openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly California employers have adopted flexible arrangements. Functions like financial analysis, product strategy, and compliance oversight tend to have the highest remote availability compared to operations or branch-facing roles.

How can I get hired as a assistant vice president in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving up through a structured management associate or rotational program run by large California employers. Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Kaiser Permanente all operate California-based leadership development programs that feed candidates into AVP-track roles within three to five years. Starting as a senior analyst, team lead, or associate director in a relevant department gives candidates the direct-report responsibility that most California hiring managers require before promoting to assistant vice president.

Where can I find and apply to assistant vice president jobs in California?

You can find and apply to assistant vice president jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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