Branch Manager

Branch ManagerAs a branch manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing a team while fostering a culture of continuous growth and improvement. You will help to develop and identify relationships with existing and potential clients for a strong pipeline. Responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, all aimed at achieving the branch objectives and enhancing employee development.Branch Growth/Bank Growth – Deposits, Loans, ReferralsResponsible for high market visibility, represent the bank in conducting active prospects and customer business development activities designed to generate desirable new loan, deposit and related business.Aggressively call on potential and existing customers, through direct and indirect contact, to develop full, long-term relationships with the bank.Perform direct lending to bank customers with an emphasis on the commercial and agribusiness market or residential real estate market based on the demographics of the customer base.Identify and refer prospects for a wide range of financial service products that are sold throughout the company.Ensure community Bank activities support the overall strategy of the company.Be alert for and refer any potential new business or opportunities to the banking, investment, trust, insurance or real estate departments for servicing branch and other ISB branches.Makes credit decisions within lending authority.Contribute to branch profitability through loan interest spreads, fee income and cost control.Assist all Bank loan officers with their officer call program and other business development demands as needed.Leadership and ManagementAssist in developing and oversee the plan, budget, and sales strategy to meet the overall objectives of the Bank.Contribute a community banking strategic viewpoint in the company decision–making process.Supervise and coach the performance of the Branch lending personnel.Provide leadership to branch to encourage growth and connection and provide outstanding customer service.Partners with other business departments to resolve issues or grow customer relationships, actively communicates with other departments.Maintains a high level of cooperation and rapport with staff, utilizes available expertise and staff resources to train and address concerns.Establish goals and objectives for assigned personnel and monitor productively and performance; feedback communicated with RP on a monthly basis.Accountable for the overall community bank staffing efficiencies and training needs that provide for the optimum sales and service of products.Represent the bank and provide leadership in key community activities.Understand and stay informed on key industry related issues and regulations.Ensure bank regulations and company procedures and policies are adhered to by all members of the Branch bank team.Provide quality feedback and performance evaluations in order to develop and retain talent.Maintains an active awareness and understanding of policies, procedures, designated authorities, regulations, and laws, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money laundering Act, and other laws and regulations. Provide guidance to employees to ensure regulatory compliance, address and report suspected violations of policy or procedures.Other DutiesAs a part of the overall team of bank employees, this position may be requested to assist in the support of other bank activities.Will have extensive contact with the public and conduct relationships in a manner that will enhance the overall image and marketing efforts of the bank.Participate in outside civic activities that enhance the bank, personal growth, and the community.