Assistant Branch Manager

Connex Credit Union; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Paid time off

401K with match

Community outreach

Job summary

Connex Credit Union in Guilford, CT is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to lead a team, grow member relationships, and drive sales and service excellence. The role includes coaching staff, overseeing branch operations, and substituting for the Branch Manager as needed.

Applicants should have a college degree or equivalent experience, supervisory skills, and knowledge of consumer banking laws. Typical schedule is 40+ hours weekly, including Saturdays, in a full-time role.

Qualifications

• College Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1 year retail sales management or branch experience with heavy customer contact.
• 1 year interviewing experience in consumer loans and related insurances.
• 2 years of direct supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws governing consumer banking.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze member problems and find beneficial solutions quickly.
• Continued education through selected training courses.
• Provides coverage for other branches when needed.
• Windows, Microsoft Word & Excel skills.
• 40+ hours per week, Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Coaches’ sales and service skills to branch team members on a regular basis.
• Assists Branch Manager in developing goal attainment strategies and analyses results.
• Oversees daily branch operations and maintains standards.
• Builds relationships with SEG groups and local businesses to grow the business.
• Interviews loan applicants and analyzes credit and financial information.
• Pre-qualifies mortgage and home equity candidates.
• Manages branch reporting to measure productivity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical problem solving

Multitasking

Education

College degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Guilford Branch - Guilford, CT 06437, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $48,982.21 - $73,473.31 Salary, Job Category: Banking, Are you looking to have a positive impact on people in your community? Connex Credit Union is looking for diverse talent who are motivated to improve the financial well-being of others. We’re a company with a long and successful history where trust is important and exceptional customer service is the standard. We are committed to our employees, our members and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference and be part of a growing, inclusive organization, join us in our mission.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401K contributory plan with company match.
• The opportunity to become involved in community outreach.

Description:

An Assistant Branch Manager must provide outstanding service to all members and identify and find solutions for their financial needs in order to better their financial lives. The person in this role is responsible for branch growth and profitability through the expansion and organic growth of retail and commercial members and member relationships, through business development within the branch community. The Assistant Branch Manager has two direct reports, the New Account Representative and the Service Coordinator. In addition the position requires general coaching of branch personnel on advocacy, sales, and service techniques. This role requires filling in for the Branch Manager during any absence.

Connex has a right to transfer you to other locations to perform the same or other duties, if Connex believes such a transfer is in its best interest. This transfer may be temporary or permanent and you will be notified in advance if that is to occur, except for temporary, emergent transfers to cover due to shortage or other problem.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Advocacy:

1. Coaches’ sales and service skills to all branch team members on a regular basis. Works with other branch leaders to ensure sales & service coaching occurs consistently;
   Develops sales & service leadership skills in Service Coordinators, Member Service Representatives, and New Account Representatives;
   Assists Branch Manager in quality hiring for all branch positions
   Provides regular additional training and coaching for New Account Representatives
2. Assists Branch Manager in development of goal attainment strategy, analyzing results, making adjustments when goals are not met and celebrating when they are.
3. Comfortable performing overrides, making exceptions, and decisions the acceptance of checks when necessary.
4. Coordinates, and monitors workflow and productivity to ensure high levels of accuracy, quality and quantity are maintained.
5. Drives branch reporting by working with the Branch Manager to compile individual branch results and combining results to measure the branch’s productivity.
6. Works with Branch Manager to meet/exceed individual and branch goals on a monthly, quarterly, & annual basis
7. Mentors New Account Representatives on the advocacy process and identifying opportunities for every member.
8. Oversees the daily operation of the Branch, according to written Branch operations standards, including adherence to security procedures.
9. Makes recommendations to the Branch Manager for changes and improvements in procedures concerning the branch in relation to overall operations.
10. Assists with monthly audits in Branch Managers absence.
11. Resolves member problems/responds to inquiries beyond the authority of other Branch personnel.
12. Ensures that the branches maintain and utilize all Marketing provided; makes sure all Marketing displayed is current and accurate.
13. Assists in maintaining adequate Member Service Staff through:
    • Training support
    • Filling vacancies promptly with qualified applicants
14. Maintains knowledge of competitors’ rates and terms and other trends related to the credit union industry and drives that knowledge with the branch team.
15. Makes appropriate recommendations to reward and recognize team performance utilizing MVA nominations, spot awards, and “you’re awesome” cards.

Business Development:

• Builds and maintains relationships with SEG groups and local businesses within the branch community to grow the business.
• Participates in the community to help grow awareness and brand recognition of the credit union.

Lending:

• Procure and maintain active status of NMLS license;
• Interviews loan applicants, analyzes credit and financial information
• Accurately completes required loan forms and related documents necessary in the lending process;
• Assures quality control of loan check disbursements
• Pre-qualifies prospective mortgage and home equity candidates and co-ordinates 1st mortgage interviews with mortgage originator

Qualifications and Requirements:

• College Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 1 year retail sales management or branch experience and heavy retail and commercial customer contact environment;
• 1 years interviewing experience in consumer loans and related insurances.
• 2 years of direct supervisory experience
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing consumer banking
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Ability to analyze member problems and find beneficial solutions in a timely manner
• Continued education through selected training courses
• Provides coverage for other branches when needed
• Windows, Microsoft Word & Excel skills
• 40 + hours per week, Saturdays