Salary range: An annual salary range of $175k - $225k is what we expect to pay for this position, based on overall skills and experience.
This position will cover the west coast and can be located anywhere within that region. The expectation is to by hybrid if within a 50-mile radius of a bank location.
Who is Customers Bank?Founded in 2009, Customers Bank is a super-community bank with over $22 billion in assets. We believe in dedicated personal service for the businesses, professionals, individuals, and families we work with.
What You'll Do:We are seeking a highly motivated Relationship Manager at a Vice President or Senior Vice President level to join our Venture Banking team on the West Coast, focused exclusively on the technology market. In this role, you will originate debt and banking relationships with venture-backed companies while also helping deepen and retain key client relationships across the existing portfolio.
As a Relationship Manager, you will serve as a trusted financial partner to founders, executive teams, and venture capital investors-bringing market insight, a strong professional network, and a consultative approach to building lasting client relationships.
What Do You Need?- You bring a strong network across the West Coast venture ecosystem and know how to build trusted relationships with founders, CFOs, and venture capital firms.
- You have a commercial, business-development mindset and can independently source, structure, and close banking and debt opportunities with VC-backed technology companies.
- You are comfortable underwriting and advising high-growth, often pre-profitable businesses, and bring sound judgment around venture lending and credit solutions.
- You take a consultative, relationship-first approach and are energized by becoming a long-term strategic partner to your clients.
- For the VP level, you typically bring 5-7 years of relevant venture banking or related experience; for the SVP level, 8-10 years.
Technology Skills:- Ability to work with the Microsoft Suite and learn/work with other Customers Bank's applications.
- Familiarity with AI and automation tools that support productivity, workflow efficiency, and client engagement.
