Market President

Market President

Location: Denver, CO

Job Type: Full Time Exempt

Salary: $183,000 - $274,500/YR *Actual offer will be based on experience, location, education, and/or skills*

Applications should be submitted for consideration no later than 06/30/2026.

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WhoWe're Looking For

You're a market leader who drives performance across sales, revenue growth, and client experience, setting clear direction and expectations for your entire profit center. You lead from the front, with a strong focus on business development, community presence, and consistent execution of market goals.

Team leadership is a strength. You build, develop, and inspire a group of financial professionals, creating alignment around shared goals while fostering accountability, collaboration, and long-term retention.

You bring a strategic mindset to market growth, translating corporate objectives into local action through sales initiatives, marketing efforts, and community engagement. Cross-functional collaboration comes naturally as you partner with internal teams to deepen client relationships and deliver strong results.

If you lead with confidence, build strong relationships, and know how to grow both people and market performance, this role is for you.

About the Role

As the Market President, you'll lead the overall performance and growth of your market, with full accountability for sales results, client experience, and financial outcomes. This includes setting the strategic direction, executing on corporate objectives, and ensuring consistent performance across loans, deposits, and client relationships.

Success in this role requires strong leadership and visibility. You'll guide a diverse team of banking and wealth professionals, drive business development efforts, and represent the organization in the community to deepen relationships and expand market presence.

If you bring strong leadership, a results-driven mindset, and a passion for building both market performance and high-performing teams, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and execute the corporate business plan to drive market growth, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Build and manage a high-performing team of bankers, relationship managers, trust officers, wealth advisors, portfolio managers, and support staff.
• Develop and implement local sales and marketing strategies to meet corporate goals.
• Represent the bank at community events and with local organizations, enhancing brand presence.
• Own the market's customer acquisition and retention strategy, ensuring consistent, exceptional service.
• Partner with product group associates to deliver integrated financial solutions.
• Oversee lending and deposit production for yourself and your team.
• Act as the key leader at client-facing functions and corporate initiatives within your market.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required; degree in Finance, Economics, or Business preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience in Lending or Wealth Management, with strong underwriting knowledge.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience in financial services.
• Proven leadership ability to manage teams and drive results in a client-focused environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.
• NMLS certification required upon hire.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary: $183,000 - $274,500/YR, plus strong bonus potential.

• 401(k) plan with employer match.

• Paid parking and transportation benefits.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including:

• Health savings accounts (HSA)

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Generous paid time off and bank holidays.

• Access to training and professional development programs.

• Sponsorship and support for obtaining professional certifications.

• A culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared success.

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Who We Are

At First Western Trust, we're more than just a financial institution-we're a team of forward-thinkers committed to excellence, innovation, and impact. Our culture thrives on teamwork and mutual respect, grounded in the belief that diverse perspectives fuel creativity and help us tackle challenges in fresh, effective ways.

We celebrate each other's successes, welcome new ideas, and take personal ownership in everything we do. A genuine desire to positively impact our clients, communities, and one another drives our work. We meet challenges with a growth mindset, act with urgency and accountability, and constantly strive to raise the bar for ourselves and our clients.

Leadership at First Western means setting an example and fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and respect. Whether you're just beginning your journey or bringing years of experience, you'll find a welcoming community where your contributions are valued and your potential is boundless.

We expect our people to:

• Demand and reward excellence.

• Take action and responsibility.

• Collaborate, communicate openly, and give/receive feedback with trust.

• Go above and beyond to do what's right-always.

If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

Learn more at myfw.com or email Talent.Management@myfw.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

First Western Trust is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every team member is valued and given the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. For accommodation requests, please contact Talent.Management@myfw.com.