Banking and Financial Services Jobs in Petaluma, CA

Company Description

Ignition Leadership is a selective leadership accelerator designed for ambitious early-career professionals who want to run real businesses, not just manage tasks.

Through structured development, operational immersion, and high-accountability coaching, Ignition prepares high-potential leaders to take ownership of performance, teams, and financial outcomes.

Graduates of the Ignition Manager in Training pathway are placed into leadership roles at Stress-Free Auto Care, a fast-growing, tech-forward automotive platform operating across multiple states.

Ignition turns potential into operational leadership.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site leadership development role based in Northern California, Southern California, or Texas.

As a Manager in Training (MIT), you will enter the Ignition Leadership pathway and be placed into operational leadership at Stress-Free Auto Care. From day one, you will learn how to run a modern, data-driven auto repair operation while developing the leadership skills required to manage teams and own financial performance.

This is not a classroom program. It is hands-on business leadership.

You will progress through a defined career path:

• Year 1: Manager in Training → Assistant General Manager

• Year 2: General Manager (full P&L ownership)

• Years 3–4: Senior General Manager (multi-location leadership)

• Year 5+: District Manager (regional oversight)

High performers advance quickly and take on significant operational responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Learn and execute all aspects of shop operations

• Lead technicians and service advisors

• Manage workflow, staffing, and daily performance

• Deliver exceptional customer experience

• Drive revenue and operational KPIs

• Use financial and operational data to improve performance

• Support hiring, coaching, and team development

• Transition into full P&L ownership as you advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 0–3 years of professional experience

• Strong leadership potential and ambition

• Excellent communication skills

• Analytical mindset with a bias toward action

• Comfortable in fast-paced, hands-on environments

• Willingness to relocate for advancement (preferred)

About the Company

Our client is a growing single-family office looking to add an investment associate to their private equity team in Palo Alto. This person will work closely with the managing director on buy-out, growth, and venture strategies.

About the Role

• Source and evaluate venture capital, LBO, and other opportunistic private equity funds
• Assist in review of all deal flow for co-investments/directs, maintenance of pipeline, and due diligence research
• Research target areas, including middle market private equity in the US, Europe, and to a lesser extent, Asia, identify best-in-class managers, and gain access to these managers
• Play a significant role in market mapping, creation, and management of manager target lists
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with managers
• Assist in performing due diligence on funds, creating investment memorandums, monitoring the existing fund portfolio, tracking the overall private equity industry, and developing investment strategies
• Assist in private equity portfolio forecasting
• Assist in ongoing manager monitoring and portfolio administration.
• Read and report on manager correspondence
• Support the review process for amendments
• Attend annual meetings and serve as either a primary or secondary point-person at GP informational meetings

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of investment-related experience at any of the following organizations: buy-side experience strongly preferred: fund of funds, money management firm, foundation, endowment, pension fund, family office, consultant, investment bank, venture capital, or private equity fund.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to integrate quickly into a small team of investment professionals and network within the private equity community. This role requires a high degree of interaction with senior investment and private equity professionals, both with team members and independently.
• Robust quantitative skills, including proficiency with Excel and statistical techniques. Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to quickly learn/apply investment modeling concepts.
• Bachelor’s degree required - finance educational background preferred. MBA, CFA, or CAIA helpful but not required.
• Marked interest in private equity and investment management.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in project management and coordination.

About the Company

Leading asset manager is seeking a Private Funds/Investment Management Attorney to provide advice, support and research on a broad variety of legal, regulatory and general corporate matters for private fund fundraising efforts and ongoing operation of their Specialty Finance business, which focuses on short-duration, asset-based investments. Looking for a specialty finance funds background. Ideal candidate will have private credit/asset-backed experience.

About the Role

The position will support a registered investment adviser focused on private fund fundraising and investing, including for both closed-end funds and evergreen funds. The position will report to the General Counsel covering the business. Competitive salary and generous bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice, support and research on legal, regulatory and corporate matters.
• Assist in fundraising efforts for private funds.
• Support ongoing operations of the Specialty Finance business.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in a large law firm. Working knowledge of Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940 and the 1933 and 1934 Acts and ERISA rules
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of investment management and private funds.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in asset-based investments.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in the investment sector.

About the Company

Global Investment firm is seeking an attorney to join their Legal and Compliance team.

About the Role

This role will advise investment and client service teams on various investment advisory matters, support legal and compliance functions, and assist covering a diverse array of regulatory, corporate, fund, contract and investment legal matters across various strategies and business lines. This role will also work on various compliance matters related to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the Investment Advisors Act and relevant securities laws.
• Will provide counsel on compliance with U.S. securities and investment advisory laws, including matters arising under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
• Support securities law matters in international jurisdictions (UK and Singapore) as needed.
• Advise internal stakeholders on securities and investment advisory-related matters, including compliance with federal and state securities laws and policy implementation.

Qualifications

• J.D. qualified to practice law.
• 4+ years of relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department.

Required Skills

• Expertise in the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and/or the Investment Advisors Act of 1940.

Top tier San Francisco based VC fund is looking to add to their growing team! The firm's GC/CCO is targeting a 3-5yr funds attorney who is able to dig in across legal and compliance. Given the lean structure, having the ability to role up your sleeves is very important.

• 3-5yrs
• Funds attorney by background with compliance experience
• To sit in their downtown SF office 3-4x per week

A highly regarded lower middle market private equity platform is looking to add an Associate or Senior Associate to its TMT team in San Francisco. The firm specializes in partnering with founder-led software and tech-enabled services businesses that have grown profitably and are now seeking their first institutional capital to scale. Their approach blends growth equity and buyouts, supporting companies through organic growth initiatives, strategic acquisitions, and operational improvements.

The role offers exposure across the full investment lifecycle, including sourcing and evaluating new opportunities, building investment theses, financial modeling, diligence coordination, and working closely with portfolio companies post-investment. The team is lean and collaborative, providing significant interaction with senior investors as well as founders and management teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in investment banking or private equity focused on technology or tech-enabled sectors who is looking to join a hands-on platform that partners closely with founders to drive growth.

PLEASE READ THIS JOB ANNOUCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY. An Alameda County Job Application is required to be considered for ALL County recruitments.

Compliance and Privacy Officer

Alameda County Health, Behavioral Health Department is recruiting for its next:

Compliance and Privacy Officer

$140,088.00-$170,289.60 Annually

Placement within this range is dependent upon qualifications.

Plus, an excellent benefits package!

This is a provisional recruitment.

*For a provisional appointment, a civil service exam is not required. However, to obtain a regular position, the appointee will need to compete successfully in a County Exam when open.

This position requires CA residency.

Please do not hesitate to contact Tyler (), if you have any questions regarding the position or recruitment process.

About Us

As part of Alameda County Health, the Behavioral Health Department supports people with Medi-Cal and without insurance living with serious mental illness and substance use conditions along their path toward wellness, recovery, and resiliency. We provide services through a network of contracted mental health and substance use providers and administer the State's resources and training for behavioral health providers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals. We advocate for our patients and families and create space for personal engagement in their care.

We are outpatient specialists for mental health services for older adults and youth, substance use providers and treatment program specialists, advocates for quality improvement and patients' rights, and psychiatric and integrated health care providers.

POSITION

Under general direction, the designated program Compliance and Privacy Officer (CPO) plans, organizes, directs, monitors, and promotes an effective compliance and privacy program. This position ensures that departmental compliance programs are consistent with Alameda County Health (ACH) Standards of Conduct and core values, policies and procedures, and promote adherence to applicable federal and state laws to advance the prevention of healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse, while providing quality care and services to those served by ACH; oversee all ongoing activities related to the development, implementation, maintenance, and adherence to ACH's policies and procedures covering the privacy of and access to protected health information (PHI) in compliance with applicable state and federal laws; and performs other related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This classification is in ACH and reports to the Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer and is responsible for the broad coordination of the Department's comprehensive healthcare compliance and privacy assurance program. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and performing activities related to education, training, auditing, and investigations to ensure employee awareness and compliance with the program and may serve as project manager overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of related programs. This classification is distinguished from the Quality Assurance Administrator classification which has primary responsibility for day-to-day operational issues focused on the appropriate and effective delivery of services to clients whereby this classification is focused on broader departmental-wide compliance activities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• Implements and oversees the compliance and privacy program at departmental level to ensure the program meets the state/federal requirements and is aligned with the Alameda County Health Office of Compliance Services (OCS)
• Acts as a consultative resource for the entity leadership and associates on compliance and privacy matters. Provides overall leadership on issues concerning compliance and privacy, including developing and implementing controls designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, accurate coding and billing, contract agreements and detect and deter fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Identifies compliance vulnerabilities and risks, ensures that responses to reported concerns, alleged violations of the law, and/or conflict of interest, privacy, are reported in a timely appropriate, and consistent.
• Ensures the implementation and maintenance of an effective healthcare compliance and privacy program for the entity which will include conducting relevant risk assessments and developing risk-based compliance work plans.
• Maximize current strengths of the healthcare compliance and privacy program, identify and remedy gaps, proactively assess and address emerging compliance risks.
• .Leads and participates in Compliance Team Projects and initiatives when requested (e.g., exclusion monitoring, triennial audits, etc.)
• Oversees the implementation of corrective actions and monitoring in response to identified issues, audits, and annual work plan items.
• Independently investigates or supervises the investigation of compliance or privacy concerns raised through the Agency Helpline or other reporting mechanisms.
• Ensures distribution, implementation, and education regarding compliance policies and procedures, fraud waste and abuse, conflict of interest, code of conduct, billing and documentation, HIPAA privacy, and security awareness training.
• Participates in the development and implementation of annual work plan, enterprise risk assessment, and management and aligns entity risk assessment with the Agency risk management plans.
• Chairs or co-chairs the entity compliance and privacy committees and reports to the entity and Agency level leadership on compliance matters and progress on a regularly established frequency.
• Maintains knowledge of rules and regulations (healthcare compliance, HIPAA, HITECH, state privacy laws, etc.) that impact specific service areas and the organization and acts as a subject matter expert to support and provide guidance to workforce members.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with leaders and stakeholders across the organization.
• Identifies opportunities and supports efforts to build a culture of compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Compliance and Privacy Officer

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Possession of a bachelor's degree in public health, health care administration, social work, business administration, public administration, nursing, or a related field.

AND

EXPERIENCE:

The equivalent of four (4) years of responsible, professional-level healthcare compliance and recent experience in one or more of the following areas in a healthcare delivery setting consisting of community health clinics, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, physician practices, health insurance plans, or other healthcare settings with a focus on regulatory compliance, quality assurance, health care law and/or administration, risk management and/or regulatory investigations.

CERTIFICATE:

Possession of a Healthcare Compliance Certificate issued by the Healthcare Compliance Association's Certification Board.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your County of Alameda Job Application, resume and cover letter to:

Tyler ()

The application template is available online on Alameda County's Online Employment Center @

USERS can click on "Fill out an application" to fill out an application template. Once the application is completed, candidates can click on the "Review" tab to "Print My Application" or "SAVE as PDF". AN ALAMEDA COUNTY JOB APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED TO TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

Alameda County HCSA is enriched with a diverse workforce. We believe the best way to deliver optimal programs and services to our communities is to hire and promote talents that are representative of the communities we serve. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive salary, employees also enjoy an attractive benefits package with the following elements:

For your Health & Well-Being

• Medical and Dental HMO & PPO Plans
• Vision or Vision Reimbursement
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
• Short and Long -Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness and Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
• Annual Cost of Living Adjustments as determined by bargaining units
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• May be eligible for up to $3,300 in annual County allowance

For your Work/Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays
• 4 Floating holidays and 7 Management Paid Leave days
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Catastrophic Sick Leave
• Employee Mortgage Loan Program
• Group Auto/Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Child Care Resources

*Benefit rates are dependent upon the management employee's represented or unrepresented classification.

We are looking for remote participants to review financial advice related to budgeting, saving money, and improving spending habits.

In this role you will explore different strategies people use to manage their finances and identify which ideas are the most helpful in real life.

Tasks include reviewing simple financial tips, evaluating money-saving strategies, and providing feedback on budgeting approaches.

The role is remote and open to anyone with an interest in personal finance or household budgeting.

Firm Overview:

Our client is a vertically-integrated owner-operator of multifamily, student housing, and single family rental assets in the greater Western United States. The firm has several strategic partnerships with global institutional capital providers and has experienced strong growth since its founding in 2014.

Our client employs over 250+ real estate professionals whose mission is to create value by acquiring, developing, and managing our dwellings with exceptional care through an integrated approach. Their culture is founded on teamwork, authenticity, integrity and excellence. Through a shared purpose and common goal, the firm is built to serve its partners and communities within which it invests.

Our client is seeking an Analyst/Associate to support our rapidly growing team. Under the general supervision of the Asset Management and Operations Team, the Analyst/Associate will be responsible for activities relating to the financial analysis and operations of the investment portfolio. As the Analyst/Associate gains experience and knowledge, the level of contribution from a financial analysis perspective is expected to increase.

Responsibilities:

• Financial analysis including maintaining the asset management Excel model, preparing budget-to-actuals variance reports, running debt yield calculations, and providing capital call recommendations
• Prepare comprehensive ad-hoc analyses, supporting informed decision-making around operational expense reduction projects
• Work with departments on ad-hoc projects to reduce operating expenses for our MF buildings
• Assist integrated departments to achieve profitability goals
• Conduct sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of various scenarios on investment returns, providing clear and concise summaries for senior management
• Monitor key operating metrics, identify variances, and provide actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency
• Collaborate across multiple departments (including Accounting, Operations, Construction Management, and Leasing) to ensure accurate and aligned objectives
• Manage properties across full asset life cycle with an ownership mentality, focusing on value creation through diligent management of approved business plans
• Ensure consistent and meaningful communication and coordination among stakeholders
• Deliver routine updates to senior professionals regarding project status
• Alert team members to issues as they arise and work with the team to evaluate and implement solutions
• Work within the team to develop budget projections and coordinate reforecasts and other reports as applicable
• Analyze operational performance and recommend adjustments to meet budgeted goals
• Work with consultants to evaluate tax assessments, appeal recommendations, and required filings
• Develop and execute value-enhancing initiatives spanning redevelopment, renovation, property management, leasing, and reporting
• Effective, 360 degree written and verbal communication with property staff, internal and external funds management and administration, and Client management
• Analytical support as requested by Investments Team

Investor Relations & Communication

• Support participation in external calls with key investors and stakeholders, contributing to effective communication and relationship management
• Manage and update several asset management web-based dashboards for dissemination internally and externally
• Assist in the preparation of materials for investor meetings
• Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Economics, or related field
• 1-5 years of real estate private equity, real estate development, real estate brokerage, or investment banking
• Strong in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; working knowledge of Yardi is a plus
• Clear, articulate communicator, able to maintain effective documentation
• Strong analytical and qualitative skills
• Able to prioritize, organize, and meet all deadlines
• Committed to high standards of excellence and ethics
• Effectively identify issues and formulate solutions
• Capability to think critically, solve problems logically, and make well-reasoned decisions
• Ability to probe, ask the right questions, and dig beneath the surface to test the validity of information
• Goal-oriented and diligent

Senior Analyst or Associate, Financial Advisory (Talent Pipeline)

Confidential Multi-Family Office & Investment Advisory Firm

Overview

As a Senior Analyst or Associate within our Financial Advisory team, you will operate at the intersection of legacy and innovation, serving as a trusted partner to some of the world’s most influential individuals and families. You will help clients navigate the complexities of their financial lives with precision, empathy, and exceptional care — ensuring that every element of their balance sheet, investment strategy, and long-term plan is managed with clarity and foresight.

You will join a collaborative advisory team that values learning, partnership, and shared ownership. We work closely across levels and alongside internal specialists so that every client benefits from the full strength of our integrated platform.

This role is designed for professionals energized by complexity, motivated by service, and driven to make a lasting impact. If you take pride in anticipating needs, delivering exceptional outcomes, and making complexity feel seamless, this is an opportunity to join a team built on trust, care, and excellence.

Please note: This posting is intended to build a pipeline of high-quality candidates for future openings. We will reach out as opportunities align with business needs.

Core Responsibilities (All Candidates)

You will support clients across a broad range of investment, planning, and relationship management activities, including:

• Preparing and analyzing balance sheets, asset allocations, investment performance reports, and other financial materials.
• Assisting with investment operations, including trade coordination, cash flow monitoring, and private investment updates.
• Conducting financial and estate planning analyses such as liquidity modeling, lending evaluations, and gifting illustrations.
• Partnering with accountants, attorneys, and external advisors to gather information and support planning discussions.
• Preparing client meeting materials, managing follow-ups, and maintaining accurate data in CRM and portfolio reporting systems.
• Collaborating closely with Investment Strategy, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure seamless client service.

Senior Analyst

Senior Analysts take on increasing ownership, judgment, and communication responsibility.

Additional Responsibilities

• Own key deliverables such as asset allocation reviews, rebalancing recommendations, and planning analyses.
• Support advanced planning work, including Monte Carlo simulations, executive compensation summaries, and scenario-based modeling.
• Develop working knowledge of trusts, estate strategies, and gifting structures.
• Participate in client meetings and proactively identify opportunities such as refinancing, liquidity needs, and strategic planning considerations.
• Mentor Analysts on processes, systems, and best practices as you grow into a leadership mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial services, wealth management, or multi-family office environments.

Associate

Associates deepen their role as strategic advisors and trusted client partners.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships in partnership with senior team members, helping clients interpret investment results, plan across generations, and make informed decisions.
• Drive portfolio discussions, rebalancing recommendations, and investment rationale with a strong understanding of asset classes and the firm’s investment philosophy.
• Guide trust and estate planning conversations and coordinate with attorneys on structures, gifting strategies, and long-term planning.
• Manage complex client processes such as 10b5-1 plans, lending evaluations, private investment coordination, and other high-impact deliverables.
• Coach junior teammates, strengthen team workflows, and elevate the quality and clarity of client deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years of experience working with high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Who You Are

Across both levels, successful candidates demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and simply.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Intellectual curiosity, proactive thinking, and a passion for client service.
• High integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for teamwork.

Location

Applicants are expected to work onsite in our New York or San Francisco offices in accordance with our hybrid working policy.

Compensation

In accordance with applicable law, we provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. Compensation decisions consider factors such as skill set, experience, training, certifications, and business needs. We apply a total rewards philosophy in determining overall compensation.

• Senior Analyst: $110,000 – $120,000 base salary
• Associate: $130,000 – $150,000 base salary

Both levels are eligible for a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.