Branch Growth Leader: Build & Lead New Relationships

Columbia Bank; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Incentive Plan

Professional Development

Career Growth

Job summary

Columbia Bank is opening a De Novo branch in Los Angeles focused on outbound business development, new deposits, and loan origination. You will lead a team, manage a branch P&L, and drive growth while ensuring compliance and exceptional client service.

The role requires 5 years of banking experience, 3 years of management, and MLO qualifications with flexible incentive programs. This onsite position in Los Angeles offers professional development and a clear career path.

Qualifications

• 5 years of banking experience including consumer lending and exposure to business lending origination.
• 3 years of banking or retail management experience including team leadership, coaching, supervision, labor law compliance, performance management, hiring/termination preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of banking products and services with business acumen for solving consumer and small business banking challenges.
• Proficiency in consumer lending and exposure to business lending.
• Strong relationships with local community organizations and leadership in community.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and operate banking software and office equipment.
• Complies with all relevant banking laws including SAFE Act registration and renewals.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and coach associates to deliver Breakthrough Client Service and grow the branch in the community.
• Oversee branch P&L, growth targets, portfolio management, and expenses.
• Ensure audits are favorable through solid operational practices.
• Partner with cross-functional Retail leadership to provide client solutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with consumers, businesses, and community organizations.
• Model and reinforce bank values in dealings with staff, customers and shareholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Staffing management

P&L management

Banking product knowledge

Customer relationship management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Spreadsheet proficiency

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Banking systems

Job description

Columbia Bank is opening a De Novo branch in Los Angeles focused on outbound business development, new deposits, and loan origination. You will lead a team, manage a branch P&L, and drive growth while ensuring compliance and exceptional client service.

The role requires 5 years of banking experience, 3 years of management, and MLO qualifications with flexible incentive programs. This onsite position in Los Angeles offers professional development and a clear career path.