Entry Level Commercial Relationship Manager Jobs
New grad commercial relationship manager jobs give recent graduates and entry level candidates a direct path into client-facing finance and banking work, where strong internship experience or demonstrated relationship-building skills can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Banking & Financial Services, Accounting & Auditing, and Investment & Asset Management, with employers like Regions Financial, Wells Fargo, and Northwest Bank hiring at this level now.
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Top stateIowa
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Top cityRed Oak, IA
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Relationship Manager I Commercial Real Estate
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City National Bank
Relationship Manager I Commercial Real Estate
New York, New York
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Commercial Banking Relationship Manager - Downtown Cincinnati
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Stock Yards Bank & Trust
Commercial Banking Relationship Manager - Downtown Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio
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Senior Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
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Wells Fargo
Senior Commercial Banking Relationship Manager
San Francisco, California
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Commercial Relationship Manager
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Regions Financial
Commercial Relationship Manager
Mobile, Alabama
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Associate Commercial Relationship Manager
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First Interstate Bank
Associate Commercial Relationship Manager
Red Oak, Iowa
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Relationship Manager I Commercial Real Estate
City National Bank·New York, New York
Job functions:
$79k - $126k/yr
2+ yrs exp.
Master's degree in accounting
Full Time
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
RELATIONSHIP MANAGER I COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
This person is responsible for building and maintaining a profitable loan portfolio including selling related bank products and services. This may be accomplished through identifying and promoting solutions to fulfill client needs, obtaining referrals from existing customers, and maintaining an active calling program. It is important that this person understand the benefits of building relationships with clients that may include various CNB internal business partners and their services and products, as appropriate.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Identifies develops and builds profitable relationships with prospects and clients consistent with the objectives of the Bank. Pro-actively works to ensure the credit quality standards of the Bank are maintained.
- Develops relationships and supports other CNB departments and colleagues to provide client and prospect solutions. Participates in community activities as a representative of CNB, promoting and attracting new colleagues and clients.
- Manages a portfolio of relationships. Proactively monitors portfolio for ongoing credit quality, credit renewal, and adherence to policy. Insures accurate and timely risk identification. Works in cooperation with the appropriate team member and/or client to resolve issues and prevent potential financial liability/loss.
- Works with Regional Manager, Credit Manager and Credit Administration to negotiate, structure and underwrite credit transactions that meet client needs and are consistent with the credit quality standards and operational compliance requirements of the Bank. Monitors the loan documentation process and closes the loan.
- Expands portfolio and grows revenue through calls on existing and potential clients to determine their financial needs and provide solutions.
- Identifies and collaborates with other CNB product experts to achieve cross-sell goals and helps solidify the client relationship.
- Establishes a referral network through existing relationships and calls on prospective clients and industry experts including lawyers, accountants and brokers.
- Develops a strong understanding of clients and Real Estate Industry to assist in customer calling efforts. Maintains awareness of competitive products, practices, rates and changes in market conditions.
- Calls on and collaborates with existing clients to determine their financial needs and offers solutions, many of which will result in additional cross-sales.
- Develops relationships and supports other CNB departments and colleagues to provide clients and prospects the solutions recommended.
- Proactively monitors portfolio for ongoing credit quality, credit renewal, and adherence to policy. Insures accurate and timely risk identification. Works in cooperation with the appropriate team member to resolve issues and prevent potential financial liability/loss. Works with clients to develop solutions to minimize loss exposure.
- Prepares reports for management.
- Supports other CNB departments and colleagues.
- Represents the Bank by actively participating in outside civic and community affairs, business and industry-related organizations, and other professional activities as appropriate.
- May serve as a product specialist to Relationship Managers in other business units.
- Complies fully with all Bank Operational and Credit policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements (e.g. Bank Secrecy Act, Know Your Client, Community Reinvestment Act, Fair Lending Practices, Code of Conduct, etc.).
- Completes all required training.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications*
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Benefits and Perks
ABOUT US
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
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- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years commercial real estate lending experience.
- Minimum 1 year financial and income tax analysis experience.
Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or masters degree with broad studies in the areas of Business, Finance, Economics and Accounting and real estate lending experience.
- Strong understanding of all products and services applicable to target client segment.
- Superior knowledge of commercial real estate finance, appraisal, credit policies and procedures, and bank operations policies and procedures.
- Excellent client servicing and sales skills. Excellent credit analysis and accounting skills.
- Ability to work autonomously in making sound business decisions commensurate with experience and level of authority.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting base salary: $78,970 - $126,140 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
ABOUT US
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
- Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
#LI-JR1
#CR-JR
City National Bank
Relationship Manager I Commercial Real Estate
New York, New York
New 1m ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
$79k - $126k/yr
2+ yrs exp.
Master's degree in accounting
Full Time
Job Description
Overview:
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
RELATIONSHIP MANAGER I COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
This person is responsible for building and maintaining a profitable loan portfolio including selling related bank products and services. This may be accomplished through identifying and promoting solutions to fulfill client needs, obtaining referrals from existing customers, and maintaining an active calling program. It is important that this person understand the benefits of building relationships with clients that may include various CNB internal business partners and their services and products, as appropriate.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Identifies develops and builds profitable relationships with prospects and clients consistent with the objectives of the Bank. Pro-actively works to ensure the credit quality standards of the Bank are maintained.
- Develops relationships and supports other CNB departments and colleagues to provide client and prospect solutions. Participates in community activities as a representative of CNB, promoting and attracting new colleagues and clients.
- Manages a portfolio of relationships. Proactively monitors portfolio for ongoing credit quality, credit renewal, and adherence to policy. Insures accurate and timely risk identification. Works in cooperation with the appropriate team member and/or client to resolve issues and prevent potential financial liability/loss.
- Works with Regional Manager, Credit Manager and Credit Administration to negotiate, structure and underwrite credit transactions that meet client needs and are consistent with the credit quality standards and operational compliance requirements of the Bank. Monitors the loan documentation process and closes the loan.
- Expands portfolio and grows revenue through calls on existing and potential clients to determine their financial needs and provide solutions.
- Identifies and collaborates with other CNB product experts to achieve cross-sell goals and helps solidify the client relationship.
- Establishes a referral network through existing relationships and calls on prospective clients and industry experts including lawyers, accountants and brokers.
- Develops a strong understanding of clients and Real Estate Industry to assist in customer calling efforts. Maintains awareness of competitive products, practices, rates and changes in market conditions.
- Calls on and collaborates with existing clients to determine their financial needs and offers solutions, many of which will result in additional cross-sales.
- Develops relationships and supports other CNB departments and colleagues to provide clients and prospects the solutions recommended.
- Proactively monitors portfolio for ongoing credit quality, credit renewal, and adherence to policy. Insures accurate and timely risk identification. Works in cooperation with the appropriate team member to resolve issues and prevent potential financial liability/loss. Works with clients to develop solutions to minimize loss exposure.
- Prepares reports for management.
- Supports other CNB departments and colleagues.
- Represents the Bank by actively participating in outside civic and community affairs, business and industry-related organizations, and other professional activities as appropriate.
- May serve as a product specialist to Relationship Managers in other business units.
- Complies fully with all Bank Operational and Credit policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements (e.g. Bank Secrecy Act, Know Your Client, Community Reinvestment Act, Fair Lending Practices, Code of Conduct, etc.).
- Completes all required training.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications*
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Benefits and Perks
ABOUT US
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
#LI-JR1
#CR-JR
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years commercial real estate lending experience.
- Minimum 1 year financial and income tax analysis experience.
Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or masters degree with broad studies in the areas of Business, Finance, Economics and Accounting and real estate lending experience.
- Strong understanding of all products and services applicable to target client segment.
- Superior knowledge of commercial real estate finance, appraisal, credit policies and procedures, and bank operations policies and procedures.
- Excellent client servicing and sales skills. Excellent credit analysis and accounting skills.
- Ability to work autonomously in making sound business decisions commensurate with experience and level of authority.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting base salary: $78,970 - $126,140 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
ABOUT US
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
- Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
#LI-JR1
#CR-JR
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Who's Hiring
- Regions Financial2
- Wells Fargo1
- Northwest Bank1
- The Baldwin1
- City National Bank1
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services7
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Investment & Asset Management1
Entry Level Commercial Relationship Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level commercial relationship manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level typically look for candidates who can demonstrate client communication skills, basic financial literacy, and comfort with CRM tools. A relevant internship in banking, lending, or business development gives you a strong edge. Highlighting coursework in finance, economics, or business administration and showing you can manage multiple client conversations at once also helps differentiate you at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level commercial relationship managers?
Companies hiring entry level commercial relationship managers right now include Regions Financial, Wells Fargo, and Northwest Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, community banks, regional credit unions, and mid-size commercial lenders tend to post the most openings, alongside larger financial institutions with formal analyst or associate rotational programs.
Are there remote entry level commercial relationship manager jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level lean on-site given the client-facing nature of the role. About 0% of entry level commercial relationship manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to sit within larger institutions or fintech companies where relationship management is handled digitally rather than in branch.
Are these new grad commercial relationship manager jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles designed for candidates entering the field. A posting is typically new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op work in place of full-time history, or calls out a portfolio of client projects. If a job description mentions training programs or mentorship, that is another strong signal it is open to new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level commercial relationship managers?
Entry Level commercial relationship manager roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Accounting & Auditing, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on consistent client acquisition and retention, which creates a steady need for junior relationship staff who can be trained on proprietary products and internal credit processes.