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RockBridge Search & Recruitment lists this Executive Vice President, COO/CRO opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Irvine, California
Compensation: $250,000+ Base Salary + Executive Bonus + Long-Term Incentives + Comprehensive Benefits
Industry: Banking / Financial Services
Lead the Engine. Guard the Enterprise. Shape the Future.
This is not a role for caretakers. It's for architects of scale, stewards of risk, and operators who see around corners.
A high-performing, growth-oriented banking institution in Irvine is seeking a dynamic Executive Vice President, COO/CRO to sit at the helm of operational excellence and enterprise risk strategy. This dual-hat executive role is equal parts strategist and sentinel - responsible for ensuring the bank runs with precision while remaining resilient in an ever-evolving regulatory and economic landscape.
You will partner closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and executive leadership team to drive performance, strengthen infrastructure, and safeguard the institution's long-term health.
What You'll Own
Operational Leadership (COO)
Architect and execute enterprise-wide operational strategies that scale with growth while maintaining efficiency and service excellence
Oversee day-to-day banking operations including retail, commercial, treasury services, loan operations, and back-office functions
Drive process optimization, automation, and digital transformation initiatives that modernize the bank’s operating model
Establish KPIs and performance metrics that turn data into decisive action
Lead cross-functional alignment across business units, ensuring seamless execution from strategy to delivery
Champion a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational discipline
Develop and lead a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework covering credit, operational, compliance, market, and liquidity risks
Serve as the primary liaison with regulators, ensuring full compliance with all federal and state banking requirements
Oversee risk appetite frameworks, stress testing, and scenario planning to proactively manage exposure
Partner with credit leadership to ensure sound underwriting standards and portfolio health
Lead internal audit, compliance, and risk teams with a sharp focus on governance and transparency
Present risk insights and reporting to the Board, translating complexity into clarity
What You Bring to the Table
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in banking or financial services, with significant exposure to both operations and risk management
Proven success in an executive-level COO, CRO, or dual-role capacity within a regulated financial institution
Deep understanding of banking regulations (FDIC, OCC, Federal Reserve) and risk governance frameworks
Strong command of credit risk, loan portfolio management, and operational infrastructure
Demonstrated ability to scale organizations, implement systems, and lead transformation initiatives
Executive presence with the ability to influence at the Board and investor level
bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced financial/risk certifications strongly preferred
Leadership DNA
You operate like a control tower- calm, precise, always scanning the horizon. You're as comfortable dissecting a balance sheet as you are reengineering a workflow. You don't just react to risk - design systems that make it predictable, manageable, and, ideally, avoidable.
Why This Role
Strategic Seat at the Table: Direct influence on the bank’s growth trajectory and long-term vision
Dual Impact: Shape both how the bank operates and how it protects itself
Executive Compensation: Competitive base + performance bonus + long-term wealth-building incentives
Platform for Legacy: Build infrastructure and frameworks that will define the institution for years to come
If you're ready to run the engine while guarding the gates - and do it with precision, foresight, and authority - this role is your proving ground.
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
Who can apply
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