Senior Relationship Manager
Location: Orange County, California (Irvine/Anaheim area)
Opportunity Overview
A well-established regional commercial bank is expanding its commercial lending team and is seeking an experienced relationship-focused banker with a proven ability to develop new commercial relationships.
This is a strategic growth position—not a replacement hire. The bank is investing in experienced producers who want to continue building their business while benefiting from a collaborative culture, competitive incentive structure, and long-term career opportunity.
What Makes This Opportunity Different
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Growth-focused hiring initiative
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Strong commercial banking platform
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Performance-based incentive compensation
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Opportunity to build rather than inherit a portfolio
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Collaborative leadership team
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Local market focus
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Stable regional banking organization
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Long-term career growth opportunities
Responsibilities
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Develop new commercial banking relationships
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Grow deposits and commercial loan portfolios
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Manage existing business banking clients
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Identify cross-sell opportunities
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Build referral networks throughout the market
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Partner with credit and treasury management teams
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Deliver exceptional client service while expanding relationships
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Achieve individual production goals
Ideal Candidate Profile
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5+ years of Business Banking or Commercial Banking experience
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Demonstrated business development success
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Active commercial client portfolio
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Strong local market relationships
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Commercial lending experience
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Deposit generation expertise
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Proven ability to originate new business
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Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset
Preferred Business Characteristics
Candidates should demonstrate experience with:
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Small to middle-market commercial clients
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Commercial lending
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Business deposits
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Owner-operated businesses
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Professional referral networks
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Consistent annual production
Not a Fit If You
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Primarily manage people rather than clients
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Have transitioned away from active business development
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Prefer administrative or credit leadership over relationship management
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Are seeking a maintenance role rather than growth opportunity
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Are nearing retirement and looking to wind down production
Compensation
Competitive base salary plus a highly attractive incentive plan designed to reward successful business development and portfolio growth. Total compensation is directly aligned with production and offers meaningful upside for high-performing bankers.
Confidential Closing Statement
This is a confidential opportunity with a respected regional banking organization seeking experienced commercial banking professionals who are motivated to grow their business and be rewarded for performance. Qualified candidates with a strong commercial banking track record and an entrepreneurial approach to relationship development are encouraged to inquire confidentially.
