SVP – Business Development (Community Banks)

KeyState Renewables, LLC; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

KeyState Renewables, LLC is seeking a senior business development leader with deep relationships in the community banking sector to expand our national footprint and drive revenue growth across our tax-advantaged investment platforms.

This role is designed for a seasoned professional who currently advises community bank CEOs and CFOs through capital markets, investment banking, accounting advisory, or balance sheet consulting services and who is looking to transition into a platform with

Qualifications

• 7+ years advising or selling financial solutions to c-suite executives of community banks.
• Proven track record in meeting/exceeding revenue goals.
• Strong understanding of bank financials, tax incentives, depreciation and capital management.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive revenue growth within an exclusive geographic territory.
• Develop executive relationships with community bank CEOs and CFOs and their advisors.
• Lead discussions on tax rate management, capital planning, and tax-advantaged investments.
• Build and manage a disciplined pipeline with forecasting and accountability.
• Collaborate with Tax Credit Investments and Investment Subsidiary teams to deliver client solutions.
• Represent KeyState at banking events and industry conferences.

Skills

C-suite relationships

Strategic revenue growth

Tax-advantaged investments

Sales leadership

Forecasting & pipeline

Advisory to boardroom

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Salesforce

MS Office

Job description

KeyState is seeking a senior business development leader with deep relationships in the community banking sector to expand our national footprint and drive revenue growth across our tax-advantaged investment platforms.

This role is designed for a seasoned professional who currently advises community bank CEOs and CFOs through capital markets, investment banking, accounting advisory, or balance sheet consulting services and who is looking to transition into a platform with long-term recurring revenue opportunities and significant growth potential.

The SVP – Business Development will serve as a trusted advisor to bank executives, helping them evaluate and implement Renewable Energy Tax Credit Investments and Investment Subsidiary/Portfolio Management strategies to improve earnings and optimize balance sheet performance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own and execute revenue growth within an exclusive geographic territory.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with community bank CEOs and CFOs and their professional advisors.
• Lead strategic discussions regarding effective tax rate management, capital planning, and tax-advantaged investment strategies.
• Build and manage a disciplined pipeline with accurate forecasting and accountability.
• Partner internally with KeyState’s Tax Credit Investments and Investment Subsidiary teams to deliver customized client solutions.
• Represent KeyState at banking association events and industry conferences.

Ideal Background:

This role is well-suited for professionals who currently serve community banks in areas such as:

• Capital markets and fixed income sales.
• Investment banking and strategic advisory.
• Public accounting and tax advisory.
• Balance sheet and portfolio management consulting.

Candidates should bring established C-suite relationships within the $2B–$50B community bank segment and a demonstrated ability to convert trusted advisor relationships into long-term revenue partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience advising or selling financial solutions directly to community bank C-suite executives.
• Demonstrated history of consistently exceeding revenue goals.
• Strong understanding of bank financial statements, tax incentives, depreciation, and capital management concepts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Executive presence and credibility in boardroom discussions.
• Experience using Salesforce and Microsoft Office tools.
• Self-directed, highly organized, and comfortable operating in a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial environment.

Compensation:

KeyState offers a competitive compensation structure designed to reward performance, long-term relationship development, and platform growth. Compensation includes:

• Performance-based incentive compensation with uncapped earning potential.
• Opportunity for significant earnings tied directly to revenue generation.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plan.

Total compensation is commensurate with experience, production history, and existing client relationships.

This position may be based in KeyState’s Las Vegas or Denver offices or performed remotely within the United States. Regular travel is expected, including in-person meetings with bank executives and attendance at industry conferences.

At KeyState, we value all employees and job candidates as unique individuals and welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our company. We maintain a strict non-discrimination policy and believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Founded in 1991, KeyState is a rapidly growing, privately held financial services firm specializing in providing tax advantaged investments to community banks. With over $18 billion in assets under management, KeyState has managed investment subsidiaries for community banks for over 35 years. In 2008, KeyState launched its captive management practice that grew to form and managing captives for over 100 companies across the US. In 2019, KeyState launched a renewable energy tax credit investment platform for community banks. KeyState helps community banks source, underwrite, and manage tax credit investments. To date, KeyState has raised and deployed approximately $1 billion in tax credit capital for community banks, financing over 200 renewable energy projects across the United States. www.key-state.com