Executive Relationship Lead, Innovation Banking

First Citizens; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank, in a hybrid Chicago role, seeks a client-focused banking professional to manage a large portfolio, expand relationships, and structure tailored financial solutions. You will work with SVB platforms and financing products to meet client needs while upholding regulatory compliance and firm strategy.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience or a HS diploma with extensive banking experience; MBA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2+ years in commercial banking, credit underwriting, or relationship management, or 6+ years with HS diploma.
• MBA or related advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of technology sector finance and venture capital helpful.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary relationship-management contact for a large client portfolio and structure customized solutions.
• Drive business development and grow external referral networks and industry events.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with internal partners and mentor team members.

Skills

Relationship management

Credit analysis

Negotiation

Industry knowledge: technology/vc

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business

MBA or advanced degree

High School Diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

SVB Go

Job description

First Citizens Bank, in a hybrid Chicago role, seeks a client-focused banking professional to manage a large portfolio, expand relationships, and structure tailored financial solutions. You will work with SVB platforms and financing products to meet client needs while upholding regulatory compliance and firm strategy.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience or a HS diploma with extensive banking experience; MBA is a plus.