Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Republic Finance, LLC; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing financial services company as an Assistant Branch Manager in Columbus, Georgia. This entry-level position offers a clear path to management and includes on-the-job training, a competitive salary of $40,000 per year, and an average annual bonus of $8,000. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. The role involves assisting customers with loans, managing branch operations, and supporting sales initiatives.

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start

401k + employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Monthly incentive bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, or related field.
• 1 year customer-facing sales experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating loan applications and managing branch operations.
• Educate customers on loan services and facilitate the application process.
• Help develop and implement plans to meet sales goals.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer relations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview & Responsibilities

Are you looking for an entry-level position with a clear path to management? Do you want to be part of a growing financial services company that rewards performance and gives back to its community? If so, please read on!

This entry-level financial services position earns a competitive salary of $40,000 per year (paid hourly), plus an uncapped monthly bonus that averages $8,000 annually. In addition, we offer amazing benefits and perks, including health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution as well as paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match after one year, regular bonuses, relocation assistance, and short and long-term disability. If this sounds like the right opportunity in the financial services industry for you, apply to be an Assistant Branch Manager today! *Please note that this position is 100% onsite.

ABOUT REPUBLIC FINANCE

We have helped our customers meet their personal finance goals for more than 70 years by providing a variety of consumer loans, flexible lending options, and incomparable customer service. We are proud to serve over 300,000 customers in more than 250 communities throughout the US, and we continue to expand into new states each year! Our Core Values are at the heart of everything we do with a focus on Our Team, Our Customers, and Our Performance. With a commitment to our customers, we identify lending options that fit each of their unique needs. Not only are we dedicated to serving our customers, but we are also dedicated to giving back to our community. Company-wide, we hold annual fundraisers for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and the American Cancer Society, among other philanthropic efforts.

Our growing company offers a bright future for our employees. We work to provide a clear career path and many growth opportunities for all of our team members. Our supportive culture is one where we all work together to continuously improve and reach our goals. We show our appreciation for our employees by offering great benefits and competitive pay and rewarding performance.

Come and join a remarkable team with a growing company that values its employees and regularly promotes from within. Take the next step in your career and apply with us today!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER (ABM)

We give you all of the tools that you need to succeed and grow into a Branch Manager position! As an entry-level ABM, you get to go through an 18 - 24 month on-the-job paid training program in which you learn all of the ins and outs of branch management. Then, you pay that knowledge forward when you are assigned your own branch to manage. Promotion to Branch Manager typically requires relocation, but don't fret, we provide a full relocation package when we promote our ABMs to Branch Managers.

Your main focus is on helping our customers meet their financial goals. You actively seek opportunities to originate new loan business by listening to our customers, understanding their needs, and recommending the best consumer loan and voluntary product solutions for them. You also educate customers on all of our consumer lending services, including how to improve credit and consolidate debt. You help them through the loan application process and make payment reminder calls when needed.

You handle a variety of tasks that contribute to the success of the branch, including evaluating loan applications, performing risk analysis, making credit decisions, administering loan closings, and processing insurance claims. Your management abilities shine as you assist the Branch Manager with recruiting and training as well as developing and implementing plans to meet sales goals, promote our core values, and ensure an outstanding client experience. If you love digging in to get the job done and seeing your hard work pay off in the growth of your branch and advancement opportunities within the company, then this is your gateway to success!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required. Ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales or related field.
• 1 year or more of customer facing sales experience (i.e. retail sales, goal-oriented, incentive based) is preferred but not required.
• Professional demeanor, positive attitude, strong communication and customer relations skills.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as a team member in a fast-paced environment and successfully navigate priorities.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must meet our acceptable standards for criminal background history, credit history and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to meet the eligibility requirements for insurance licensing in order to sell voluntary insurance products.Eligibility isbased on a criminal background check conducted by the state’s department of insurance.
• Willingness and ability to relocate for promotion into a Branch Manager role. *Full Relocation package is provided for moves more than 50 miles.

READY TO JUMPSTART YOUR FINANCIAL SERVICES CAREER?

If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level job in financial services with a clear path to management, we encourage you to apply with us, and we look forward to meeting you!

Benefits

Weoffer a competitive compensation and benefits packageincluding:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
• 401k + employer match
• Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support

Additional benefits with Republic Finance include:

• Employee of the Month Program
• Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
• Professional offices with a friendly team environment

• Monthly incentive bonus pay

• Internal promotions

Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.

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