The Mortgage Business Manager is a critical partner to the SVP, Strategy and Transformation Manager, supporting strategic planning, leadership coordination, executive communications, and the overall operational rhythm of the division. This is a highly visible, hands-on role ideal for a detail-oriented, self-starter who excels at translating complexity into clarity, managing competing priorities, and driving cross-functional alignment behind the scenes. The Mortgage Business Manager is a fast learner, capable of understanding and simplifying complex business concepts, and synthesizing a range of qualitative and quantitative inputs into clear recommendations and strategic materials tailored to a variety of stakeholders.
Required Qualifications*- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- 10+ years of experience in business operations, strategic planning, program/project management, or executive communications.
Additional Qualifications
- Background in financial services, mortgage, banking, or corporate strategy preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize data, stakeholder input, and qualitative insight into a unified narrative or recommendation.
- Exceptional writing, presentation, and storytelling skills; adept at communicating clearly with executive, technical, and frontline audiences.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working independently while staying aligned with leadership goals.
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
CompensationStarting base salary: $122,535 - $208,715 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
ABOUT US
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at
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INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.