VP, Project Manager

BANC OF CALIFORNIA AND YOUR CAREER

Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company headquartered in Los Angeles with one wholly-owned banking subsidiary, Banc of California (the “bank”). Banc of California is one of the nation’s premier relationship-based business banks focused on providing banking and treasury management services to small, middle-market, and venture-backed businesses. Banc of California offers a broad range of loan and deposit products and services, with full-service branches throughout California and Denver, Colorado, as well as full-stack payment processing solutions through BancEdge. The bank is committed to its local communities by supporting organizations that provide financial literacy and job training, small business support, affordable housing, and more.

At Banc of California, our success is driven by our people, and we take pride in fostering an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We embrace a culture of empowerment, progressive thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit, ensuring our team members have an opportunity to make an impact and play an important role in the future of Banc of California. Our core values – Entrepreneurialism, Operational Excellence, and Superior Analytics – empower us in creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace. We are committed to supporting your growth and well-being with comprehensive benefits, career development programs, a variety of employee resource groups, and more. TOGETHER WE WIN®

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Vice President (VP), Project Manager plays a strategic leadership role within the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of complex, cross-functional projects. This position leads the development and execution of project plans, manages budgets and resources, and ensures alignment with organizational goals. The VP, Project Manager is accountable for stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and the delivery of high-impact initiatives on time and within scope. This role requires a strong command of project management methodologies, exceptional communication and analytical skills, and a proven ability to drive process improvements and deliver results in a dynamic financial services environment. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures, all U.S. state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the Company operates.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Lead the execution of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to project milestones and deliverables
• Strong background in deployments related to card acquiring, issuing, and other payment-focused technologies
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies
• Manage project budgets and track expenses against approved plans
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders
• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports to stakeholders
• Conduct project meetings, prepare agendas, and distribute meeting minutes
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment on project goals
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues
• Develop and implement risk mitigation and issue resolution plans
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation
• Prepare and present project reports to senior management
• Identify opportunities to improve project management processes
• Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work ethically and with integrity; uphold organizational values; accept responsibility for own actions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes working environment free of harassment of any type.
• Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports the company’s goals and values.
• Performs the position safely, without endangering the health or safety to themselves or others and will be expected to report potentially unsafe conditions. The employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to the OSHA Act of 1970, which are applicable to one’s own actions and conduct.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned. 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field AND/OR relevant work experience
• Minimum of 6-7 years of experience in project management
• Proven track record of successfully managing projects from initiation to closure
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PMBOK)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence)
• PMP certification is a plus
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Risk Management
• Budget Management
• Documentation and Reporting
• Process Improvement
• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills

HOW WE’LL SUPPORT YOU

• Financial Security: You will be eligible to participate in the company’s 401k plan which includes a company match and immediate vesting.
• Health & Well-Being: We offer comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, supplemental life, long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Building & Supporting Your Family: Banc of California partners with providers that offer adoption, surrogacy, and fertility assistance as well as paid parental leave and family support solutions including care options for your family.
• Paid Time Away: Eligible team members receive paid vacation days, holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Career Growth Opportunities: To support career growth of our team members, we offer tuition reimbursement, an annual mentorship program, leadership development resources, access to LinkedIn Learning, and more.

SALARY RANGE

The full-time base salary range for this position is $101,000.00 - $150,000.00 a year. The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors.

Banc of California is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their actual or perceived race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type or protective hairstyles), religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender transitioning, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, or disability (mental or physical), requests for accommodation and any additional protected categories set forth in applicable federal, state or local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition.