Branch Manager - Lead Lending & Team Growth

Mariner Finance; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariner Finance in Elizabethtown, KY seeks a branch-based professional to support consumer lending operations, review loan applications, and help customers find suitable loan options.

The role includes managing accounts, coaching staff, preparing branch reports, and developing local business by networking with retailers and auto dealers.

This full-time position offers a base hourly salary of $23.19–$30.15 plus a monthly incentive program, with standard hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of related experience in Consumer Lending/Financial Services.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience or completion of a lending training program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Administration, Economics; or military rank; substitutions allowed.
• Reliable transportation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning financial services programs.
• Ability to complete duties timely and accurately.
• Strong problem-solving, project leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Must obtain licenses to sell insurance products offered to customers by the branch.
• Must work at the assigned branch location.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve loan applications using product knowledge.
• Maintain and manage existing accounts, including lending and collections, to meet branch targets.
• Coach branch staff with actionable feedback to reduce turnover and improve performance.
• Prepare and submit reports reflecting branch activity and growth.
• Develop local business by networking with retailers and auto dealers and build community relations.
• Audit branch procedures and control negotiable items and company records.
• Approve exceptions to policy as authorized by management based on retention needs.
• Monitor monthly expenses in line with the annual business plan.
• Resolve customer and employee inquiries and complaints promptly.
• Recruit and interview candidates; make recommendations for vacancies.
• Participate in meetings and training to stay current with industry trends.
• May perform additional functions as needed to maintain service quality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial services software

Job description

Mariner Finance in Elizabethtown, KY seeks a branch-based professional to support consumer lending operations, review loan applications, and help customers find suitable loan options.

The role includes managing accounts, coaching staff, preparing branch reports, and developing local business by networking with retailers and auto dealers.

This full-time position offers a base hourly salary of $23.19–$30.15 plus a monthly incentive program, with standard hours and a comprehensive benefits package.