Relationship Manager Jobs in California

Relationship Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in banking and financial services, wealth management, commercial lending, and technology client success, with openings at every level from associate to senior director. The largest hiring hubs are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where institutions like Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and JPMorgan Chase have long-established California operations. The most in-demand specializations are private banking, commercial real estate lending, and enterprise client success for SaaS companies headquartered in the Bay Area. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles158+
Top employerCiti
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring59
Work type75% On-site
Top industryBanking

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Experian
Client Relationship Manager
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Experian
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Client Relationship Manager
Experian
Costa Mesa, California
Customer Success
Account Management
Sales
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service
$90k - $156k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Citi
Wealth Relationship Manager
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Citi
Added 4d ago
Wealth Relationship Manager
Citi
Newark, California
Sales
Account Management
Customer Service & Support
Compliance & Legal
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Columbia Bank
Middle Market Relationship Manager III
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Columbia Bank
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Middle Market Relationship Manager III
Columbia Bank
Pasadena, California
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
$147k - $205k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Bank of America
Business Banking Sr Relationship Manager
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Bank of America
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Business Banking Sr Relationship Manager
Bank of America
San Jose, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
Business Development
$140k - $185k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Bank of America
Business Banking Relationship Manager
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Bank of America
Added 4d ago
Business Banking Relationship Manager
Bank of America
San Jose, California
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Account Management
Business Development
$90k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Relationship Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
22 jobs
Los Angeles
20 jobs
Irvine
9 jobs
Beverly Hills
7 jobs
San Jose
7 jobs
Sacramento
6 jobs
San Diego
5 jobs
Santa Clara
5 jobs
Long Beach
4 jobs

Relationship Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi19
  • City National Bank
    City National Bank15
  • East West Bank
    East West Bank11
  • Fifth Third Bank
    Fifth Third Bank11
  • GHD
    GHD10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services89
  • Technology & Software31
  • Investment & Asset Management28
  • Consulting & Professional Services13
  • Construction & Real Estate12

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in relationship manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field required
  • FINRA Series 7 or Series 65 license preferred for investment-related relationship manager roles
  • Three or more years of client-facing experience in banking or financial services
  • Proven ability to manage and grow a portfolio of commercial or retail accounts
  • Strong knowledge of credit analysis, loan structuring, or wealth management products
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage client pipelines

Relationship Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a relationship manager in California?

Most relationship manager roles in California require a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or economics, followed by experience in banking, lending, or client services. Roles that involve investment products typically require FINRA licensing, such as the Series 7 or Series 65, obtained through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. California does not impose a separate state license for most relationship manager positions, but candidates pursuing wealth management often complete CFP coursework through accredited California programs.

Which companies hire relationship managers in California?

Employers hiring relationship managers in California right now include Citi, City National Bank, and East West Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large regional banks, tech-sector corporate banking divisions, and independent registered investment advisors means hiring is distributed well beyond the national headquarters of major financial institutions.

Which California cities have the most relationship manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most relationship manager openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its dense concentration of commercial banks, venture-backed fintech firms, and wealth management offices serving high-net-worth clients, while Los Angeles draws volume from its diversified economy across entertainment, real estate finance, and international trade, and San Diego's openings are driven by its regional banking sector and growing life sciences client base.

Are there remote relationship manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, because relationship managers are typically expected to meet clients in person. About 25% of relationship manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most flexibility concentrated in enterprise technology client success and portfolio oversight functions rather than commercial lending or branch-based banking.

How can I get hired as a relationship manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a personal banker or client associate role at a California retail bank branch, where you build the portfolio management and client communication skills hiring managers look for. Wells Fargo and Bank of America both run formal associate development programs in California that rotate candidates through commercial banking teams. A FINRA Series 6 or 7 license strengthens a new candidate's profile considerably, and lateral moves from roles like financial analyst, credit analyst, or branch operations associate are common stepping stones.

Where can I find and apply to relationship manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to relationship manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across banking, financial services, wealth management, and technology client success. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each employer through the listings.

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