Client Manager
Los Angeles · On-site
About this role
CLIENT MANAGER
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
Is primary point of contact and service provider for existing and newly developed relationships. Retains and grows client relationships through high touch service and delivering investment analysis, financial planning and customized credit solutions to individuals and families within a specific region. Partners with the Private Bankers in business development and relationship management activities to support high-net-worth and ultra-high-net prospects and clients and is responsible for profitable growth within the portfolio assigned. Must be in good standing under "The Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008" (Safe Act) and must be registered/licensed with the "Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry"; or must be able to be registered under the Safe Act. Must remain in good standing under the Safe Act.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Support Private Banker in all areas of new business development by coordinating colleagues and resources, ensuring tailored materials are created, and meeting with prospective clients jointly.
- Partner with Private Banker in profiling across the full spectrum of the needs of PB target segments. Utilize planning capabilities and proactively offer customized solutions to all clients.
- Identity new opportunities by deepening and broadening existing relationships.
- Participate with CNB team on sales calls. Help Banker facilitate pre-brief and de-brief meetings.
- Assume primary responsibility for on-boarding new clients or expanding current clients with new investment management and trust, new loan facilities, new deposits, and all other solutions. Lead coordination with all partners to ensure a smooth and seamless on-boarding process.
- Manage relationships with the Private Banker and client team in planning, delivery and regular review with clients including the obtaining of information to complete the 360 reviews.
- Deliver a high degree of personal contact and open communication among clients and internal team that creates a superior client experience.
- Proactively communicate with clients about current conditions in the financial markets and necessary adjustments and discuss/recommend changes to their existing solution set. Ensure full client team is coordinated on communication.
- Work closely with Credit Team members in analyzing the financial needs of clients and monitoring their ongoing financial and personal circumstances to make adjustments or take action accordingly. Ensure that required financial information is received in a timely manner and coordinate the preparation of loan documents and subsequent signing.
- Manage client relationships to maximize client retention and grow the business in compliance with the goals and objectives of the clients.
- Work with the Private Banker and rest of Client Team to ensure preparation of all presentation and review materials.
- For those colleagues with FINRA Licenses, review asset management and CNS Brokerage statements with clients. Partner with City National Securities (CNS) Investment Officer (IO) to communicate with clients about current conditions in the financial markets, investment alternatives, asset allocation and review asset management and brokerage account statements with clients. Discuss changes to strategies with the CNS IO.
- Keep current on client’s financial information while ensuring that clients understand the solutions being provided (including terms and conditions for any and all credit facilitates).
- Communicate in a timely and productive manner with clients and with all risk areas, especially the credit team when there is a borrowing relationship.
- Ensure renewal, covenant monitoring, and related documents are received in a timely manner.
- Ensure the bank has a current Investment Policy Statement that is aligned with the client’s objectives.
- Maintain all appropriate training and continuing education requirements for licenses and certifications.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Minimum 10 years of relationship management experience in financial services; preferably one or more of the following: asset management, banking/credit, personal trust, and brokerage services.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience working with high net worth clients.
- Must be in good standing under “The Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008” (Safe Act) and must be registered/licensed with the “Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry”; or must be able to be registered under the Safe Act.
Additional Qualifications
- 10 years of experience in financial services and 8 years of experience working with high net worth clients.
- Possesses a proven track record of strong relationship management skills.
- Proactively contribute suggestions and demonstrate- productive collaboration with the team of Private Bankers supported and with Line of Business and product partners.
- FINRA Series 7 and 63 and 65 or 66 Preferred
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting 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
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
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 About Us.
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.
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.
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Company at a glance
City National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $93 billion in assets as of July 31, 2025. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami.* In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $106 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2024 alone, the company made charitable contributions of nearly $10 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves.
*City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.
Founded1954
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryBanking
Location
Los Angeles, California, United States
Websitenewsroom.cnb.com
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Top Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Medical plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- 401(k) company matching contribution
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Volunteer time
- Fertility benefits
- Cancer support programs
- Diabetes support programs
- Musculoskeletal support programs
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