Relationship Manager I Startup Banking- Early Stage Life Sciences

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of our San Francisco office.

Together, Silicon Valley Bank and First Citizens offer you the strength and stability of a diversified financial institution with a 125-year tradition of service and the personalized approach of a nimble financial partner.

First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 550 branches in 23 states and commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.

The Startup Banking Relationship Management role is responsible for acquiring and managing a portfolio of early-stage pre-Series A clients, including working with prospects, managing relationships with startup founders, cross-selling bank products and services, managing risk and compliance issues, and coordinating with cross-functional SVB teams to deliver world-class service to clients.

The role is responsible for financial performance and risk management of the portfolio. The role is also responsible for leading engagement with high potential prospects, clients, and ecosystem channel partners.

As part of our culture, all SVBers are responsible for supporting the growth and development of their peers.

High School or GED and 6 years of experience in start up banking, venture capital or consulting for Life Science start ups OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience. 

Preferred

• Prior experience as a startup founder, operator, investor, or ecosystem builder
• Domain expertise in Life Science and the innovation economy
• Possess a strong network in the Life Science startup ecosystem
• Strong communication, negotiation, marketing and closing skills
• Highly skilled relationship builder with a passion for creating a strong client experience
• Strong understanding of the business trends impacting the startup ecosystem and venture capital
• Ability to manage time and prioritize

The base pay for this position is relative to your experience but the range is generally $122,000-$153,000 annually.  

Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.”