Branch Manager (Overstaff)

WAC-IL World Finance Corporation of Illinois; Rock Falls (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

World Acceptance Corporation is seeking an experienced branch leader to oversee operations across multiple Illinois branches. You'll drive customer service excellence, mentor branch teams, and align daily activities with company goals while promoting loan products and tax services.

The role requires strong leadership, a strategic mindset, and a commitment to community engagement. Expect travel between branches with competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite management coverage and operational leadership across multiple branches as assigned.
• Facilitate excellent customer service, setting the example in every branch you support.
• Lead, mentor, and develop branch team members to ensure smooth daily operations and alignment with company goals.
• Address customer needs holistically—from pairing them with the right loan products to assisting with tax services.
• Drive branch growth by promoting World Finance products and services that support customers’ financial success.
• Support, collaborate with, and leverage the strengths of team members in each branch you oversee.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and ensure adherence to operational standards.
• Build strong relationships within the communities served and identify opportunities to grow the business.
• Foster a positive team environment that encourages engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Job description

Salary Pay

$38,000 – $40,000 with Bonus Opportunity

What You’ll Do

• Provide onsite management coverage and operational leadership across multiple branches as assigned.
• Facilitate excellent customer service, setting the example in every branch you support.
• Lead, mentor, and develop branch team members to ensure smooth daily operations and alignment with company goals.
• Address customer needs holistically—from pairing them with the right loan products to assisting with tax services.
• Drive branch growth by promoting World Finance products and services that support customers’ financial success.
• Support, collaborate with, and leverage the strengths of team members in each branch you oversee.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and ensure adherence to operational standards.
• Build strong relationships within the communities served and identify opportunities to grow the business.
• Foster a positive team environment that encourages engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Travel Requirements & Coverage Area

Reliable transportation for daily travel to assigned branches and bank deposits. Daily travel between branches will be required; specific coverage areas can be discussed with the hiring manager. Team members are compensated for authorized travel time in accordance with company policy, including overtime calculations where applicable. Mileage reimbursement is provided for business use of personal vehicles, excluding normal commuting.

Why World?

“The company is heading in a wonderful direction. I feel more appreciated than I ever have with World. There is a lot of opportunity to move up in the company.” – Branch Manager in Charleston, IL

Growth-minded culture:

We promote from within and offer clear paths to advancement, including profit share opportunities.

Nationwide opportunity:

With branches in 16 states, your career can grow with us anywhere in the U.S.

Proven success:

75% of World’s Operations Executives began in roles just like this.

Community connection:

Paid volunteer hours each year to give back.

Comprehensive benefits:

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance available the 1st of the month following 30 days.

Balance and belonging:

Paid holidays, sick days, vacation time, and a 401(k) with company match.

Work-life balance:

We’ll get you home for dinner – your life outside of work is a priority.

Purpose-driven work:

Make a positive impact on the lives of customers you serve and communities you support.

Experience That’ll Wow Us

Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate team members to achieve results. Strong customer service skills and the ability to make customers and teams feel valued. Strategic thinker who can analyze performance and identify growth opportunities. A willingness to evolve, embrace change, and lead through it. Team-oriented mindset – ready to pitch in and help wherever needed. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Prior management or leadership experience strongly preferred. Desire to grow in leadership and inspire others to do the same.

Who Is World?

Since 1962, World Finance has helped millions of people unlock their financial good. We aid customers in achieving better credit and financial stability each year. Based in Greenville, SC, World reaches over one million customers annually through personal loans and tax preparation services. With over 1,200 branches in 16 states, we’re deeply rooted in the communities we serve. Our goal is simple: to see our customers thrive through financial empowerment and caring relationships.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Frequently stationary with regular movement throughout office environments. Occasional climbing, kneeling, bending, twisting, and reaching. Occasionally lifts up to 5 lbs. and may exert up to 30 lbs. of force (e.g., opening file drawers). Regular use of vision, hearing, fine motor skills, and verbal/written communication. Fast-paced, high-demand environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines; requires professionalism, multitasking, adaptability, and collaboration. Frequent travel to assigned branches; may include extended hours, evenings, or weekends. Standard indoor office settings with typical noise, lighting, and temperature. Frequent customer and coworker interaction; must communicate clearly and professionally in person, by phone, and electronically. Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

It is the policy of World Acceptance Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The duties listed are the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made unless they create an undue hardship to the Company. Physical and environmental requirements are representative of those needed to successfully perform the job.

For over 60 years, World Finance has been helping customers focus less on the unexpected expenses of life, and more on what makes life so sweet. In doing so, we offer personal installment loans that suit the specific needs of our customers while simultaneously delivering outstanding customer service. We are always looking for great people to join our team. Located in 16 states, our network of branches work to provide good to the communities around them. World Finance has been recognized as a Top Workplace in the USA, and we are looking forward to having new team members to join us and be a part of our continuous growth!