VP Relationship Manager

RockBridge Search & Recruitment; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

RockBridge Search & Recruitment is seeking a Vice President, Relationship Manager in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will build strategic client partnerships, manage a high-quality commercial portfolio, and drive opportunities across diverse industries.

Expect to lead with trust and financial insight, offering lending, treasury, and cash management solutions while collaborating with underwriting and credit teams to maintain portfolio health.

Qualifications

• Commercial banking relationship management experience.
• Proven ability to develop new commercial relationships.
• Experience with lending and credit analysis.
• Strong business development and networking abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Consultative approach focused on solving client needs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with high client service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with commercial clients across diverse industries.
• Generate new business through networking, referrals and community involvement.
• Understand client strategy and recommend lending, treasury and cash management solutions.
• Structure commercial credit opportunities with underwriting alignment.
• Maintain portfolio quality through proactive relationship management and risk awareness.
• Identify opportunities as trusted advisor before clients realize needs.
• Collaborate with internal specialists to deliver an exceptional client experience.
• Represent the bank within San Francisco and East Bay business communities.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Credit analysis

Lending strategies

Portfolio management

Client advisory

Communication skills

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

San Francisco & East Bay, California
$130,000 to $190,000 + Incentive Compensation + Comprehensive Benefits

Build Relationships That Shape Businesses.

In the Bay Area, innovation gets plenty of attention. Behind every successful company, however, is a trusted financial partner helping entrepreneurs seize opportunities, navigate challenges, and plan for what's next. That's where you come in.

We're seeking an experienced Vice President, Relationship Manager who thrives on building meaningful client relationships and uncovering opportunities that create lasting value. This isn't simply about managing a portfolio. It's about becoming a strategic advisor to business owners throughout San Francisco and the East Bay, delivering customized financial solutions while helping clients reach their biggest goals.

If you enjoy connecting with people, developing new business, and making a measurable impact, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

What You'll Do

As a VP Relationship Manager, you'll serve as the face of the bank within the commercial community while growing a high-quality portfolio of business clients.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Developing and managing relationships with commercial clients across diverse industries
• Generating new business through networking, referrals, centers of influence, and community involvement
• Understanding each client's business strategy and recommending customized lending, treasury management, deposit, and cash management solutions
• Structuring commercial credit opportunities while partnering with underwriting and credit teams
• Maintaining strong portfolio quality through proactive relationship management and risk awareness
• Serving as a trusted advisor by identifying opportunities before clients even realize they need them
• Collaborating with internal specialists to deliver an exceptional client experience
• Representing the bank throughout the San Francisco and East Bay business communities

What We're Looking For

You know that banking is ultimately about people. Strong financial knowledge matters, but trust, integrity, and genuine relationships are what truly drive success.

• Commercial banking or business banking relationship management experience
• Proven success developing new commercial relationships
• Experience with commercial lending and credit analysis
• Strong business development and networking abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• A consultative approach focused on solving problems rather than selling products
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering exceptional client service
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent industry experience

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

You'll join an organization that values entrepreneurial thinking, local decision-making, and long-term partnerships. Your ideas are welcomed, your accomplishments are recognized, and your success directly contributes to the growth of both your clients and the bank.

• Competitive base salary of $130,000 to $190,000
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Opportunity to build a meaningful presence within one of the nation's most dynamic business markets

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

The Bay Area rewards professionals who think strategically, build authentic relationships, and embrace opportunity. If you're ready to partner with growing businesses, strengthen your community, and elevate your commercial banking career, we'd love to meet you.