Branch Manager: Growth-Driven Lending Leader

Mariner Finance; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariner Finance is seeking a Branch Lending Specialist in Temecula, CA. The role carries lending authority to review applications and offer loan solutions, while maintaining accounts, coaching staff, and driving branch growth.

You will develop business through local networking and ensure policy compliance, with regular reporting and ongoing professional development. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong communication are required, plus work at the assigned branch location.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in Consumer Lending/Financial Services.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience or completion of a lending training program or closely aligned study.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Administration, Economics; or military rank. More experience may substitute.
• Reliable transportation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with customers and staff.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office or similar programs; capable with financial services software.
• Ability to complete essential duties in a timely, accurate manner.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, project leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Must obtain licenses to sell insurance products offered by the branch.
• Work at the assigned branch location unless emergency or regulatory guidance allows otherwise.

Responsibilities

• Exercise lending authority when reviewing and approving applications and offer loan solutions.
• Retain and maintain existing accounts, including lending and collections, to meet targets.
• Coach branch staff by giving actionable feedback to achieve goals and reduce turnover.
• Prepare and submit reports reflecting branch activity and growth.
• Develop business by networking with local establishments and building community relations.
• Implement internal branch auditing procedures to control negotiable items and records.
• Approve policy exceptions as directed; resolve product, service, and policy obstacles.
• Monitor monthly expenses against the annual business plan.
• Investigate and resolve customer and employee inquiries and complaints.
• Recruit high-quality talent, interview candidates, and recommend vacancies.
• Participate in meetings and development activities to stay current with trends.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Coaching/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mariner Finance is seeking a Branch Lending Specialist in Temecula, CA. The role carries lending authority to review applications and offer loan solutions, while maintaining accounts, coaching staff, and driving branch growth.

You will develop business through local networking and ensure policy compliance, with regular reporting and ongoing professional development. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong communication are required, plus work at the assigned branch location.