Life Sciences Banking MD — Relationship & Growth Leader

First Citizens Innovation Banking

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid

USD 230,000 - 306,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

First Citizens Innovation Bank is seeking a strategic leader to grow client relationships in Life Science & Healthcare, across lending and non-lending needs. You will guide cross‑functional teams, drive new business and deepening client portfolios, and originate financing solutions for commercial clients.

The role emphasizes talent development, market presence, and collaboration with internal partners, with a focus on capital solutions and strategic growth in a dynamic healthcare ecosystem.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years of experience in Commercial banking, venture capital or Relationship Management and industry-specific knowledge in life sciences/healthcare.
  • MBA or relevant advanced degree.
  • Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Acquire, orchestrate, and grow client and ecosystem relationships across lending as well as non-lending financial and operational needs.
  • Drive new business development and expansion of existing relationships - develop strategies to improve and grow loans, deposits, and broader banking services income.
  • Originate, advise on, and negotiate financing solutions for SVB Commercial Bank clients.
  • Develop strategies to improve and grow the balance sheet while managing risk.

Skills

Business development
Business acumen
Client management

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 8 years in relevant field
MBA or advanced degree
Finance/Economics/Business Admin

Job description

First Citizens Innovation Bank is seeking a strategic leader to grow client relationships in Life Science & Healthcare, across lending and non-lending needs. You will guide cross‑functional teams, drive new business and deepening client portfolios, and originate financing solutions for commercial clients.

The role emphasizes talent development, market presence, and collaboration with internal partners, with a focus on capital solutions and strategic growth in a dynamic healthcare ecosystem.

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