Banking Jobs in California
Banking jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where major institutions like Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and JPMorgan Chase maintain significant operations and hire at every level from teller to senior relationship manager. The most in-demand specialties are commercial lending, wealth management, and retail banking, reflecting California's large small-business economy and high-net-worth client base. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Work type49% On-site
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Relationship Manager II, Innovation Banking
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First Citizens Bank
Relationship Manager II, Innovation Banking
San Francisco, California
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Senior Business Banking Relationship Manager (LO) San Bernardino
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Wells Fargo
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San Bernardino, California
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Business Banking Relationship Manager II- Lancaster County, PA
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WSFS Bank
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Senior Private Banking Relationship Manager
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Relationship Manager II, Innovation Banking
First Citizens Bank·San Francisco, California
Job functions:
$163k - $218k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Overview:
Together, Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens offer you the strength and stability of a diversified financial institution with a 125-year tradition of service and the personalized approach of a nimble financial partner.
First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 550 branches in 23 states and commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First-Citizens Bank, is the bank of some of the world’s most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital, and premium wine industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights, and connections. Learn more at svb.com.
This position will build relationships with C-Suite executives, expand existing client relationships, and build strong connections with key market influencers in the Frontier Tech sector. Responsibilities include ensuring controls are in place and mitigating risks across the business unit while maintaining compliance with corporate strategy, internal policy, applicable laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Preferred Area of Study: Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree
Preferred Area of Experience: Commercial Banking in Credit Solutions and/or Relationship Management, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Sales Originations
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Information:
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of our San Francisco office.
Together, Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens offer you the strength and stability of a diversified financial institution with a 125-year tradition of service and the personalized approach of a nimble financial partner.
First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 550 branches in 23 states and commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First-Citizens Bank, is the bank of some of the world’s most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital, and premium wine industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights, and connections. Learn more at svb.com.
This position will build relationships with C-Suite executives, expand existing client relationships, and build strong connections with key market influencers in the Frontier Tech sector. Responsibilities include ensuring controls are in place and mitigating risks across the business unit while maintaining compliance with corporate strategy, internal policy, applicable laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
- Client Relationship Management - Serve as primary relationship management contact for large portfolio of clients, identifying needs, working with internal partners to structure customized solutions to solve complex client issues. Ensure high quality products, service and platforms are available to clients. Leverage knowledge about core banking products, platforms and services, to recommend appropriate solutions to meet client needs (SVB Go, financing solutions, private banking, wealth advisory, analytics, payments, cards, cash management)
- Business Development and Growth - Leverage industry sector expertise and thought leadership, drive and lead industry events to cultivate external network. Generate and foster strong network of referral partners/external sources, generating qualified prospects. Leveraging deep expertise in their sector and industry, position recommend, advise, originate, and negotiate credit and financing solutions and structure for client needs. Provide strategic insights aligned with client needs and market trends.
- Cross-functional Collaboration and Leadership - Lead team interactions with key cross functional partners. Collaborate with appropriate business units to achieve success drivers and corporate goals. Mentor and guide team members to further develop their client relationship, business development and financial solutions skills.
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience in Commercial banking, Credit Underwriting or Analysis, or Relationship Management and/or industry-specific knowledge in technology sectors OR High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of experience in Commercial banking, Credit Underwriting or Analysis, or Relationship Management and/or industry-specific knowledge in technology sectors.
Preferred Area of Study: Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree
Preferred Area of Experience: Commercial Banking in Credit Solutions and/or Relationship Management, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Sales Originations
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4 years of experience in Commercial banking, venture capital or Relationship Management and/or industry-specific knowledge in technology
- Strong credit acumen, Knowledge of products & services, and Venture-backed technology
- Highly effective person with people and relationships.
- Strong relationship management, negotiation, and marketing skills. Good closing skills. Strong focus and ownership on the overall client experience.
- Ability to build and maintain a network of business relationships, including the executive management of clients, prospects, and other referral sources.
- Knowledge of bank operations and products a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience.
Additional Information:
The base pay for this position is generally between $163,425-$217,900 per year. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
First Citizens Bank
Relationship Manager II, Innovation Banking
San Francisco, California
New 22h ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$163k - $218k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
Job Description
Overview:
Together, Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens offer you the strength and stability of a diversified financial institution with a 125-year tradition of service and the personalized approach of a nimble financial partner.
First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 550 branches in 23 states and commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First-Citizens Bank, is the bank of some of the world’s most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital, and premium wine industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights, and connections. Learn more at svb.com.
This position will build relationships with C-Suite executives, expand existing client relationships, and build strong connections with key market influencers in the Frontier Tech sector. Responsibilities include ensuring controls are in place and mitigating risks across the business unit while maintaining compliance with corporate strategy, internal policy, applicable laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Preferred Area of Study: Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree
Preferred Area of Experience: Commercial Banking in Credit Solutions and/or Relationship Management, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Sales Originations
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Information:
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of our San Francisco office.
Together, Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens offer you the strength and stability of a diversified financial institution with a 125-year tradition of service and the personalized approach of a nimble financial partner.
First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 550 branches in 23 states and commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.
Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First-Citizens Bank, is the bank of some of the world’s most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital, and premium wine industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights, and connections. Learn more at svb.com.
This position will build relationships with C-Suite executives, expand existing client relationships, and build strong connections with key market influencers in the Frontier Tech sector. Responsibilities include ensuring controls are in place and mitigating risks across the business unit while maintaining compliance with corporate strategy, internal policy, applicable laws, and regulations.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
- Client Relationship Management - Serve as primary relationship management contact for large portfolio of clients, identifying needs, working with internal partners to structure customized solutions to solve complex client issues. Ensure high quality products, service and platforms are available to clients. Leverage knowledge about core banking products, platforms and services, to recommend appropriate solutions to meet client needs (SVB Go, financing solutions, private banking, wealth advisory, analytics, payments, cards, cash management)
- Business Development and Growth - Leverage industry sector expertise and thought leadership, drive and lead industry events to cultivate external network. Generate and foster strong network of referral partners/external sources, generating qualified prospects. Leveraging deep expertise in their sector and industry, position recommend, advise, originate, and negotiate credit and financing solutions and structure for client needs. Provide strategic insights aligned with client needs and market trends.
- Cross-functional Collaboration and Leadership - Lead team interactions with key cross functional partners. Collaborate with appropriate business units to achieve success drivers and corporate goals. Mentor and guide team members to further develop their client relationship, business development and financial solutions skills.
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience in Commercial banking, Credit Underwriting or Analysis, or Relationship Management and/or industry-specific knowledge in technology sectors OR High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of experience in Commercial banking, Credit Underwriting or Analysis, or Relationship Management and/or industry-specific knowledge in technology sectors.
Preferred Area of Study: Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree
Preferred Area of Experience: Commercial Banking in Credit Solutions and/or Relationship Management, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Sales Originations
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4 years of experience in Commercial banking, venture capital or Relationship Management and/or industry-specific knowledge in technology
- Strong credit acumen, Knowledge of products & services, and Venture-backed technology
- Highly effective person with people and relationships.
- Strong relationship management, negotiation, and marketing skills. Good closing skills. Strong focus and ownership on the overall client experience.
- Ability to build and maintain a network of business relationships, including the executive management of clients, prospects, and other referral sources.
- Knowledge of bank operations and products a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience.
Additional Information:
The base pay for this position is generally between $163,425-$217,900 per year. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.
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A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- JPMorganChase29
- Wells Fargo25
- Bank of America11
- California Bank & Trust11
- Citi8
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management26
- Banking & Financial Services23
- Fintech8
- Law & Legal Services2
- Technology & Software1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in banking jobs across California.
- Active NMLS registration required for mortgage loan originator roles in California
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience with commercial or retail banking products and services
- Proficiency in banking software platforms such as Salesforce, FIS, or Fiserv
- Strong knowledge of federal and California state banking regulations and compliance requirements
- Bilingual skills, particularly in Spanish or Mandarin, valued across many California markets
Banking Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a banking professional in California?
Most banking roles in California require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or accounting, along with any role-specific credentials. Mortgage loan originators must register with the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System and Registry and obtain a California Financing Law or real estate broker license through the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Many candidates begin in teller or customer service roles and advance through employer training programs.
Which companies hire banking professionals in California?
Companies currently hiring bankings in California include JPMorganChase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's size and economic diversity means large national banks, regional community banks, and credit unions all maintain active hiring pipelines throughout the state year-round.
Which California cities have the most banking jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most banking openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco anchor the list given their roles as major financial centers with dense concentrations of corporate headquarters, wealth management firms, and large retail bank branches, while San Jose benefits from the high-income technology workforce that drives strong demand for commercial and private banking services.
Are there remote banking jobs in California?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many banking roles involve in-branch client interaction or on-site compliance responsibilities. About 51% of banking openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cluster in back-office functions such as underwriting, loan processing, fraud analysis, and compliance review.
How can I get hired as a banking professional in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a teller or personal banker associate role at a retail branch, where major California employers like Wells Fargo and Bank of America run structured new-hire training programs. Community banks and credit unions across the state also hire entry-level candidates and often promote from within. Earning an NMLS registration early gives candidates a clear edge when moving into lending roles.
Where can I find and apply to banking jobs in California?
You can find and apply to banking jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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