Banking Manager Jobs in California
Banking Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial banking, wealth management, and retail branch operations across one of the world's largest financial markets, with openings at every level from assistant branch manager through regional director. The deepest hiring activity sits in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where institutions like Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, and Bank of America maintain large California footprints. The most in-demand specialties are commercial lending, branch operations management, and private banking. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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.
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:
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.
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.
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:
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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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Banking Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Wells Fargo19
- California Bank & Trust8
- Bank of America7
- BMO Financial6
- City National Bank5
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
- Banking & Financial Services
- Fintech
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in banking manager jobs across California.
- Active NMLS registration or willingness to obtain California-required NMLS licensing
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field
- Minimum three to five years of experience in banking or financial services
- Demonstrated experience managing branch staff, loan portfolios, or deposit operations
- Proficiency with core banking platforms such as Fiserv, FIS, or Salesforce Financial Services Cloud
- Strong working knowledge of California consumer financial regulations and compliance requirements
Banking Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a banking manager in California?
Most banking managers in California start with a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or economics, then build several years of experience in retail or commercial banking roles. Roles that involve mortgage origination or consumer lending require registration with the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System, administered in California through the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Advancing to a management role typically means demonstrated performance in a senior banker or assistant manager position first.
Which companies hire banking managers in California?
Employers hiring banking managers in California right now include Wells Fargo, California Bank & Trust, and Bank of America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's scale means both major national banks with dense branch networks and regional institutions like California Bank and Trust and Mechanics Bank maintain consistent hiring pipelines throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most banking manager jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Irvine are the California cities with the most banking manager openings, driven by the concentration of major bank headquarters, large commercial lending markets, and high-volume retail branch networks that anchor those metros. Smaller hubs like Sacramento and San Diego also generate steady demand thanks to state government banking activity and strong regional credit union and community bank sectors.
Are there remote banking manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 52% of banking manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fact that most management roles in banking involve direct branch oversight, in-person client relationships, and on-site staff supervision. The sub-roles most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are those focused on commercial credit analysis, compliance management, or back-office operations rather than branch leadership.
How can I get hired as a banking manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a personal banker or relationship banker role at a California retail branch first, then pursuing internal promotion. Large California employers like Wells Fargo and Bank of America run formal branch leadership development programs designed for early-career candidates. Obtaining your NMLS registration early demonstrates commitment and broadens the roles you qualify for. A bachelor's degree in finance or business gives candidates a clear edge when applying to associate manager tracks.
Where can I find and apply to banking manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to banking manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience level and preferred metro, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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