Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Republic Finance, LLC•Charlottesville, VA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level Assistant Branch Manager (ABM) position at Republic Finance offers a clear path to a Branch Manager role. Republic Finance is a growing financial services company with over 70 years of experience, serving more than 300,000 customers across 250+ communities in the US. The company is committed to its Core Values, focusing on its team, customers, and performance, and actively participates in philanthropic efforts within its communities. The ABM will undergo an 18-24 month paid on-the-job training program to learn all aspects of branch operations and management. Upon promotion to Branch Manager, a full relocation package is provided for moves over 50 miles. The role is 100% onsite and involves helping customers achieve financial goals, originating new loan business, educating on lending services, and assisting with various branch operations and management tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required (ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales or related field)
Professional demeanor, positive attitude, strong communication and customer relations skills
Ability to work well independently, as well as a team member in a fast-paced environment and successfully navigate priorities
Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record
Must meet acceptable standards for criminal background history, credit history and pass a pre-employment drug screen
Ability to meet the eligibility requirements for insurance licensing in order to sell voluntary insurance products (eligibility is based on a criminal background check conducted by the state’s department of insurance)
Willingness and ability to relocate for promotion into a Branch Manager role (full relocation package is provided for moves more than 50 miles)

Nice To Haves

1 year or more of customer facing sales experience (i.e. retail sales, goal-oriented, incentive based)

Responsibilities

Go through an 18 - 24 month on-the-job paid training program in branch operations and management
Help customers meet their financial goals
Actively seek opportunities to originate new loan business by contacting current and potential customers
Listen to understand customer needs to recommend the best consumer loan and voluntary product solutions
Educate customers on consumer lending services, including how to improve credit and consolidate debt
Help customers through the loan application process
Make payment reminder calls when needed
Evaluate loan applications
Perform risk analysis
Make credit decisions
Administer loan closings
Process insurance claims
Assist the Branch Manager with recruiting and training
Assist the Branch Manager with developing and implementing plans to meet sales goals
Promote core values and ensure an outstanding customer experience

Benefits

Competitive salary of $45,000 per year (paid hourly)
Uncapped monthly bonus that averages $8,000 annually
Health insurance with employer contribution
Dental insurance with employer contribution
Vision insurance with employer contribution
15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
Paid holidays
401(k) plan with company match after one year
Regular bonuses
Relocation assistance (full relocation package for moves > 50 miles for promotion)
Short-term disability
Long-term disability (company provided)
Company provided Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
Access to LinkedIn Learning's library of 10,000+ professional development courses
Employee of the Month Program
Philanthropic support for multiple charities including an annual drive for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Professional offices with a friendly team environment
Monthly incentive bonus pay
Internal promotions