Business Banking Relationship Manager

Bank of America; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a high-impact Business Banking professional in Oakland to manage the end-to-end client journey, expand profitable relationships, and drive sales. You will prospect new clients, analyze financial data, and tailor credit-based solutions to meet business goals while collaborating with partners across banking functions.

This role emphasizes relationship growth and risk-aware service. You will leverage CRM platforms and a strong business acumen to deepen client portfolios,

Qualifications

• Has proven success in consultative sales in financial services and/or business-to-business sales.
• Can interpret financial statements and recommend levers to improve outcomes.
• Comfortable with outside sales and prospecting activities.
• Able to analyze client financial conditions and industry trends.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Collaborates with team to solve client issues and deepen relationships.
• Familiar with CRM platforms and banking systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages end-to-end client journeys to meet needs and drive sales opportunities.
• Identifies small business opportunities and referrals to clients.
• Delivers branded customer experience across sales portfolios with field presence.
• Fosters relationships with partners to increase small business opportunities.
• Advises clients using credit knowledge to meet business goals.
• Supports sales delivery to grow the bank's Small Business segment.
• Coaches and provides feedback to associates and clients with a client-centric approach.

Skills

Client Experience Branding

Client Management

Client Solutions Advisory

Customer and Client Focus

Pipeline Management

Credit Documentation Requirements

Financial Analysis

Oral Communications

Written Communications

Coaching

Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, andReg

Prospecting

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, economics or related field

Seven years of relevant work experience

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

This job is responsible for providing comprehensive financial solutions to businesses with annual revenues up to $20 million while actively managing and deepening relationships with high value and opportunity clients. Key responsibilities include supporting growth of the profitability of the business banking customer base, identifying, developing, and driving results, and acquiring new client opportunities through prospecting, networking, and developing external referral sources. Job expectations include opening core business accounts while adhering to procedural guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manages the end-to-end client journey to deliver on client needs and drive sales opportunities while mitigating risk
• Identifies and refers specialized small business opportunities and solutions to clients while conducting small business relationship reviews
• Delivers a branded customer experience within aligned sales portfolios by being in the field a minimum of 80% of the time
• Fosters relationships with key partners such as Merchant, Practice Solutions, Treasury, and Business Banking to increase small business opportunities
• Leverages knowledge of credit to advise small business owners on solutions, services, and digital capabilities that help them meet their short and long-term business goals
• Supports execution of the sales delivery model to achieve targeted performance and growth of the bank's Small Business segment
• Coaches, develops, guides, and delivers feedback to associates and clients while embodying a client and employee-centric culture

Required Qualifications

• Has proven success in consultative sales in financial services and/or business-to-business sales
• Demonstrated success improving business financial outcomes by interpreting financial statements and recommending specific levers
• Is passionate about outside sales and enjoys spending time prospecting
• Is motivated to enhance existing relationships and exceed sales goals
• Can analyze financial conditions of clients and industry trends
• Can understand and interpret financial statements and cash flow analysis
• Has excellent communication skills and demonstrated leadership ability
• Enjoys partnering and negotiating with a team of bank employees to solve client issues
• Demonstrated management of a client portfolio with focus on relationship development and deepening
• Thorough knowledge of small business financial products and services
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and other banking systems

Desired Qualifications

• Community leadership experience
• Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, economics or related field or seven years of relevant work experience

Skills

• Client Experience Branding
• Client Management
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Customer and Client Focus
• Pipeline Management
• Credit Documentation Requirements
• Financial Analysis
• Oral Communications
• Prioritization
• Written Communications
• Coaching
• Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, and Regulations
• Prospecting
• Risk Management

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40