Director, Deposit Solutions

Director, Deposit Solutions

Location: Denver, CO (In-Office)

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt

Salary: $134,000 - $228,000/YR *Actual offer will be based on experience, location, education, and/or skills*

Applications should be submitted for consideration no later 08/16/2025.

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You're a senior leader with deep experience in deposit strategy, product development, and cross-functional execution. You understand the full deposit lifecycle-from market analysis and pricing to product rollout and performance tracking-and you know how to turn strategy into measurable results.

With strong leadership and communication skills, you guide teams, influence stakeholders, and align efforts across business units. You excel at identifying client needs, simplifying internal processes, and translating complex data into actionable strategies.

If you lead with clarity, drive results through collaboration, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment-this role is for you.

The Director, Deposit Solutions leads deposit growth and strategy efforts across First Western's Banking and Mortgage Product Group. This role is responsible for driving new deposit acquisition, improving client retention, and enhancing the competitiveness of our deposit offerings through pricing strategy, product innovation, and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include designing sales campaigns, implementing deposit pricing models, and leading end-to-end product lifecycle management-from concept through launch and refinement. The role works closely with Profit Centers (PCs), Relationship Bankers, Marketing, Technology, and Compliance to align deposit initiatives with company growth objectives.

This position also establishes client service standards bank-wide, evaluates internal and vendor-based product solutions, and oversees change management related to deposit operations. A strong focus on data-driven decision-making, regulatory awareness, and execution discipline is critical to success in this role.

• Lead deposit strategy across the organization by developing sales-focused campaigns, pricing models, and marketing plans to attract and retain client deposits.
• Manage the full deposit product lifecycle-including ideation, development, implementation, and ongoing enhancements.
• Analyze performance data, client behavior, and market trends to identify growth opportunities and optimize the deposit portfolio.
• Collaborate with internal partners across PCs, Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Technology to ensure seamless execution and delivery of deposit initiatives.
• Drive operational improvements by simplifying policies and processes, leading change management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Establish and enforce bank-wide client service standards for deposit-related activity, supporting issue resolution and delivering a consistent client experience.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree
• 10-15 years of leadership and banking experience
• 7-10 years of management experience, including cross-functional team leadership
• Demonstrated success in deposit strategy, product development, and lifecycle management
• Experience with deposit pricing, profitability modeling, and performance analysis
• Strong ability to influence across business units and guide organizational change
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, Adobe Pro, Zoom, Teams, and Webex
• Proven ability to manage complex internal and client-facing issues with professionalism

• Competitive base salary:$134,000 - $228,000, 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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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.

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.