Branch Leader: Growth, Lending & Team Coaching

Columbia Banking System; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 99,187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Incentive Plan

Professional Development

Career Growth

Job summary

Columbia Bank is seeking a Branch Manager in Bellingham, WA to lead a team, achieve growth targets, and deliver exceptional client service. The role includes P&L responsibility, staff coaching, regulatory compliance, and community engagement.

You will work with Retail partners to provide sound financial solutions while upholding core values and operational excellence. The position emphasizes mortgage-related activities, consumer and business lending exposure, and strong attention to detail in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; degree preferred in banking or related field.
• 3 years banking experience including consumer lending and business lending origination exposure.
• 2 years banking/retail management experience with team leadership and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach associates to deliver Breakthrough Client Service in the local community.
• Manage branch P&L, grow deposits and loan portfolios, and control expenses.
• Ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance across the branch.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to provide client solutions aligned with Retail strategy.

Skills

Banking experience

Consumer lending

Business lending

Team management

Coaching

Financial analysis

Customer relationships

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in banking or related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Banking software

Office equipment

Job description

Columbia Bank is seeking a Branch Manager in Bellingham, WA to lead a team, achieve growth targets, and deliver exceptional client service. The role includes P&L responsibility, staff coaching, regulatory compliance, and community engagement.

You will work with Retail partners to provide sound financial solutions while upholding core values and operational excellence. The position emphasizes mortgage-related activities, consumer and business lending exposure, and strong attention to detail in a