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Relationship Manager

Gilder Search Group · Irvine, CA, USA ·

Pay:
110.000 - 180.000
Job type:
Full Time

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

Growth-focused hiring initiative

Strong commercial banking platform

Performance-based incentive compensation

Opportunity to build rather than inherit a portfolio

Collaborative leadership team

Local market focus

Stable regional banking organization

Long-term career growth opportunities

Responsibilities

Develop new commercial banking relationships

Grow deposits and commercial loan portfolios

Manage existing business banking clients

Identify cross-sell opportunities

Build referral networks throughout the market

Partner with credit and treasury management teamsDeliver exceptional client service while expanding relationships

Achieve individual production goals

Ideal Candidate Profile

5+ years of Business Banking or Commercial Banking experience

Demonstrated business development success

Active commercial client portfolio

Strong local market relationships

Commercial lending experience

Deposit generation expertise

Proven ability to originate new business

Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset

Preferred Business Characteristics
Candidates should demonstrate experience with:

Small to middle-market commercial clients

Commercial lending

Business deposits

Owner-operated businesses

Professional referral networks

Consistent annual production

Not a Fit If You

Primarily manage people rather than clients

Have transitioned away from active business development

Prefer administrative or credit leadership over relationship management

Are seeking a maintenance role rather than growth opportunity

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.

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