Financial Center Growth Leader

Hancock Whitney; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney in New Orleans is seeking a Branch Manager to lead one or more financial centers. You will hire, train, and develop associates, drive sales and service performance, and ensure compliance with bank policies while managing risk.

The role requires building client relationships, overseeing P&L, and guiding staff through performance management and coaching. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in banking, 2+ years in management, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of Banking/Financial Services experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of management experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year successful experience in sales as an individual contributor or manager required.
• Excellent communication, client service, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills, including P&L and financial statement interpretation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and lead under pressure in a dynamic retail banking environment.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to work financial center hours, including weekends and some evenings.
• Ability to travel as needed to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, develop, and motivate associates across one or more financial centers, fostering a high-performing, client-focused team.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and counseling, and build succession-ready talent.
• Promote a culture of service excellence and consistently deliver an exceptional experience.
• Set strategic objectives for centers and associates, monitor performance, and drive results through structured coaching and performance management.
• Drive financial center sales and service performance using a consultative approach and strategic sales planning.
• Oversee management of existing client relationships and the development of new consumer and small business relationships (up to $1M annual revenue).
• Lead external outreach initiatives, including calls, in-person meetings, seminars, and events, to expand client base and deepen relationships.
• Promote and implement digital and self-service channels to enhance client convenience and engagement.
• Ensure financial centers operate efficiently and comply with all bank policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead staffing, scheduling, and operational planning to meet changing business and client needs.
• Uphold the bank’s risk management culture, including fraud mitigation, loss prevention, and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze branch P&L, financial performance, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Communication

Client service

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

P&L analysis

Priorities management

Adaptability

Retail banking experience

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Hancock Whitney in New Orleans is seeking a Branch Manager to lead one or more financial centers. You will hire, train, and develop associates, drive sales and service performance, and ensure compliance with bank policies while managing risk.

The role requires building client relationships, overseeing P&L, and guiding staff through performance management and coaching. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in banking, 2+ years in management, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability