Branch Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead a retail banking location in the Bronx. This individual will oversee branch performance, operations, team development, compliance, customer experience, and business development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive branch growth by identifying new business opportunities and promoting banking products and services
• Build and maintain strong client and community relationships
• Partner with Commercial Relationship Officers and Lending Officers
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations, internal policies, risk management standards, audits, and security requirements
• Oversee day-to-day branch operations and overall financial performance
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage branch employees
• Conduct staff meetings and provide clear direction around branch goals and KPIs
• Represent the branch through community involvement and activities supporting CRA objectives
• Travel occasionally to other branch locations as needed

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of relevant retail banking experience
• Prior branch leadership / people management experience
• Strong business development and relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of branch operations, compliance, and risk management
• Associate degree or higher
• Fluency in English and Spanish required

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: $90,000–$105,000
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Eligible for an annual discretionary incentive
• Health and ancillary insurance benefits
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Equal Opportunity Statement: Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.