Does California Bank & Trust pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, California Bank & Trust employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at California Bank & Trust. This rating has improved by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at California Bank & Trust?

85% of California Bank & Trust employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated California Bank & Trust 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at California Bank & Trust?

Credit Analyst (12) , Customer Service Representative (5) , Manager (5) , Universal Banker (5) , Customer Service Representative II (4) , Relationship Banker (4) , Analyst (3) , Banker (3) , Business Center Manager (3) , Portfolio Manager (3) , Vice President (3) , Branch Operations Supervisor (2) , Branch Relationship Banker (2) , Branch Service Manager (2) , CSA - Customer Service Associate (2)

What are the pros of working at California Bank & Trust according to real employee reviews?

"The people in my department were great to work with." ((in 15 reviews)); "great culture and work environment" ((in 15 reviews)); "Great work life balance is good" ((in 9 reviews)); "The employees at my branch were great." ((in 7 reviews)); "A lot of great coworkers" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at California Bank & Trust according to real employee reviews?

"Worst benefits in the banking industry, every other bank I've worked for has offered better benefits" ((in 9 reviews)); "Corporate management does not listen" ((in 7 reviews)); "Contraol is centralized with senior Management." ((in 5 reviews)); "I was yelled at by my manager in front of customers and forced to learn everything on my own." ((in 3 reviews)); "Employees are not molded to move on and up because that would warrant a decent salary increase." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about California Bank & Trust layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about California Bank & Trust layoffs and their outlook for job security at California Bank & Trust in 2026.

What are the top reviewed California Bank & Trust locations?

San Diego , Los Angeles , Irvine , San Francisco , Sacramento , Lancaster , Orange , Mountain View , Monarch Beach , Phoenix , Beverly Hills , Long Beach , Monterey Park , Palmdale , San Clemente , Chino , Corona , Crestline , Riverside , Carlsbad , El Cajon , La Mesa , Spring Valley , Valley Center , Fremont , San Mateo , Walnut Creek , San Jose , Tampa , Cumming

California Bank & Trust reviews

4.2

85% would recommend to a friend

(208 total reviews)

Eric Ellingsen

93% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.2

Culture & values

4.1

Career opportunities

4.0

Senior management

3.9

Compensation and benefits

California Bank & Trust has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 208 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The California Bank & Trust employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

208 reviews

5.0

Oct 27, 2025

Great culture!

Vp, facilities

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Commitment to educate and team building. Commitment to serve the community. Opportunity for growth. Overall respect for each other.

Cons

I have been a CB&T employee for 8 years and cannot recall any cons.

California Bank & Trust Response

8mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with California Bank & Trust on Glassdoor. We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed working with us for over eight years and that you value our commitment to education, team building, community service, and mutual respect. It's wonderful to know that our culture and growth opportunities have made a positive impact on your career. We also appreciate your kind words to management and your continued support. Feedback like yours helps reinforce the values we strive to uphold every day. Thanks again for being a valued member of our team at California Bank & Trust!

5.0

Jul 2, 2026

Collaborative culture with strong local leadership and commitment to community

Senior vice president

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Highly collaborative environment that prioritizes deep, consultative client relationships. Empowers local leadership to make decisions quickly, giving employees greater autonomy and flexibility. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage starts on your first day, alongside a competitive 401k match and profit sharing. Strong support for professional growth through tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship, and robust internal training programs. Has a genuine commitment to local communities by offering paid volunteer hours and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Cons

There is a mandate for a full five days in the office.

California Bank & Trust Response

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Thank you for taking the time to review us on Glassdoor. We’re thrilled you enjoy working with us and that you value our collaborative culture, strong local leadership, and commitment to building meaningful client relationships and supporting our communities. We appreciate your feedback regarding the five-day in-office requirement and will share that with the appropriate team members for consideration. Thanks for being part of our team at California Bank & Trust.

5.0

Jun 4, 2026

An Exceptional and Rewarding Career

Treasury management sales manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Enjoyed a highly rewarding 25+ year career, transitioning from Treasury Management Sales Consultant to Sales Manager. The ability to cultivate deep relationships with commercial clients and internal teams kept the day-to-day work dynamic and engaging. Executive leadership provides exceptional oversight and support to ensure the ongoing growth and success of our division.

Cons

Any challenges encountered were addressed and resolved in a timely, professional manner.

California Bank & Trust Response

1mo

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Glassdoor. We’re so pleased to hear that you had an exceptional and rewarding career with California Bank & Trust, and that you valued the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while growing from a Treasury Management Sales Consultant to a Sales Manager. It’s also great to know that you experienced strong leadership support and found your work engaging throughout your tenure. We appreciate your feedback regarding the importance of continued support for leadership and associates, as well as prioritizing technology upgrades and client service excellence. We will be sure to share your insights with the appropriate team members as we continually look for ways to enhance our organization. We truly value the many years you dedicated to the company and wish you all the best in your continued success and future endeavors.

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