Business Center Manager- Brea, CA

Zionsbancorp; Downtown Brea (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance –

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

California Bank & Trust, a division of Zions Bancorporation, seeks a Business Center Manager in Brea, CA. You will oversee branch operations, drive business growth, and lead a high-performing team to deliver exceptional client service while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Finance and 5+ years in banking management and lending, with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Finance or related field with 5+ years of banking management and lending experience.
• Strong background in branch management, operations, procedures, and lending requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and risk mitigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs branch sales, operations, and regulatory compliance to meet lending, deposit, and fee income targets.
• Mentors and develops branch staff, guiding evaluations, promotions, and salary recommendations.
• Advises clients on customized credit, deposit, and banking services to meet financial goals.
• Formulates programs to maximize profitability and mitigate operational risk.
• Cultivates and expands client relationships through inside and outside business development.
• Manages underwriting, processing, and approval of loans within authority limits.
• Represents the bank in community development and public relations activities.

Skills

Banking management

Lending

Regulatory compliance

Business development

Credit analysis

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Administration

Finance degree

Job description

Business Center Manager- Brea, CA(

1. hours per week: 40

Description

Associates at California Bank & Trust work in a relationship-centered culture where they are provided with the tools, training and opportunities to build the best possible relationships with our clients and with each other. Our workplace culture values each associate’s unique experiences, background and perspectives and provides a collaborative environment for all employees to grow and thrive.

As a premier California-focused financial services company dedicated to serving its communities, families and businesses (small, mid-sized and large), CB&T has been active for 70 years and has more than 80 full-service branch offices across the state. This dedication has helped the bank earn recognition as a perennial powerhouse in yearly voting for "Best Bank" and "Best Commercial Bank" from the readers of San Diego Union-Tribune and Orange County Register. Additionally, as a division of Zions Bancorporation, the bank has collected multiple Greenwich Excellence Awards for "Overall Client Satisfaction" in Small Business & Middle Market Excellence Awards.

We are seeking a Business Center Manager to join California Bank & Trust in Brea, CA. The Business Center Manager plays a key role in overseeing branch operations, driving business development and financial growth, and leading a high-performing team to deliver exceptional client service while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Directs branch sales, operations, and regulatory compliance to meet lending, deposit, and fee income targets.


• Mentors and develops branch staff, guiding performance evaluations, promotions, talent development, and salary recommendations.


• Advises clients on customized credit, deposit, and banking services to effectively address their financial goals.


• Formulates programs that maximize branch profitability, mitigate operational risk, and elevate customer service standards.


• Cultivates and expands client relationships through active inside and outside business development initiatives.


• Evaluates portfolio risks and branch reports to ensure ongoing compliance, accuracy, and adherence to credit terms.


• Manages the underwriting, processing, and approval of loans within established authority limits.


• Represents the bank in local community development and public relations activities to build strong brand presence.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Finance or a related field and 5 years of banking management and lending or other directly related experience. A combination of education and experience may meet requirements.


• Business Development experience preferred.


• Strong background in branch management, operations, procedures, commercial/retail banking products, and lending requirements.


• Demonstrated expertise in financial industry, sales and business development methodologies.


• Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to manage, inspire, and develop a diverse staff.


• Exceptional decision-making skills with a track record of mitigating operational and credit risk.


• Excellent relationship-building, communication (written and verbal), and problem-resolution skills to support clients and internal teams.


• Deep understanding of local and national banking laws, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!


• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance


• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts


• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays


• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience


• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions


• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire


• Employee Ambassador preferred banking product.

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $117,990 – $150,000 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience.

This position requires Federal Registration with the National Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS), in accordance with the SAFE Act.

Work Locations

California-Brea-LA – Brea Office
Retail Banking BM

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies with total assets exceeding $65 billion. Zions operates under local management teams and distinct brands in 11 western states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.
The company is a national leader in Small Business Administration lending and public finance advisory services, and is a consistent top recipient of Greenwich Excellence awards in banking. In addition, Zions is included in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ Financial 100 indices.
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