Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Republic Finance, LLC•Lancaster, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Branch Manager is an entry-level financial services role with a paid, on-the-job training program lasting 18–24 months. Trainees learn branch operations and management with the goal of progressing to a Branch Manager position. Promotion typically requires relocation, and a full relocation package is provided for moves more than 50 miles. The role focuses on helping customers meet their financial goals by originating loan business, understanding customer needs, recommending consumer loans and voluntary products, and educating customers about lending services, credit improvement, and debt consolidation. The Assistant Branch Manager also supports branch operations and assists the Branch Manager with recruiting, training, sales planning, and delivering a strong customer experience. The position is 100% onsite. Compensation is $45,000 per year, paid hourly, plus an uncapped monthly bonus that averages $8,000 annually. The job posting describes an entry-level role and requires a bachelor's degree. One or more years of customer-facing sales experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales, or a related field.
Professional demeanor, positive attitude, strong communication skills, and customer relations skills.
Ability to work independently and 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, auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
Must meet the company's acceptable standards for criminal background history and credit history and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Ability to meet eligibility requirements for insurance licensing 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 to a Branch Manager role.
At least one year of customer-facing sales experience is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of customer-facing sales experience, such as retail sales or goal-oriented, incentive-based sales.

Responsibilities

Contact current and potential customers to identify opportunities to originate new loan business.
Listen to customers' needs and recommend suitable consumer loan and voluntary product solutions.
Educate customers about consumer lending services, credit improvement, and debt consolidation.
Guide customers through the loan application process and make payment reminder calls when needed.
Evaluate loan applications, perform risk analysis, make credit decisions, administer loan closings, and process insurance claims.
Assist the Branch Manager with recruiting and training.
Help develop and implement plans to meet sales goals while promoting company core values.
Help ensure an outstanding customer experience.
Complete an 18–24 month paid on-the-job training program covering branch operations and management.

Benefits

Health insurance with employer contribution
Dental insurance with employer contribution
Vision insurance with employer contribution
15 days of paid time off to start, plus one additional personal day
Paid holidays
401(k) with employer match after one year
Company-provided life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Uncapped monthly incentive bonus pay
Relocation assistance, including a full relocation package for promotion-related moves over 50 miles
Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health support
Access to LinkedIn Learning's 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
Internal promotions