Business Banking Market Manager

Sunwest Bank•Irvine, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Banking Market Manager leads a team of Business Bankers to drive growth in core deposits, loans, and non‑interest income across assigned markets. This role acts as a trusted advisor and brand ambassador within the community, building visibility and strengthening client relationships. The position is responsible for achieving market‑level financial performance by executing outbound sales strategies, developing new business, and deepening existing client relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Business Administration) or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience related to branch operations, sales, or business banking.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with experience identifying and implementing solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of management.
Broad understanding of consumer and business banking products and operational processes.
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and reprioritize as needed.
Proficiency with Fiserv or similar core systems and general computer applications (Word, Excel, Windows‑based platforms).

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience in business banking or retail banking environments.
Experience developing and executing market‑level growth strategies.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute business development strategies to expand market presence and support branch sales initiatives.
Lead talent management activities, including hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, training, and succession planning.
Support client engagement by delivering education, resolving operational issues, and fostering an exceptional client experience.
Promote a strong culture of risk management by ensuring team adherence to regulatory, operational, and compliance requirements.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and maintain satisfactory audit results.
Maintain safety and security standards for clients, employees, and branch operations.
Allocate approximately 75% of work efforts to outbound sales activities, including prospecting, client meetings, and community networking.