Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Republic Finance, LLC • Macon, GA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Branch Manager is an entry-level financial services role with a clear path to Branch Manager. The position includes an 18–24 month paid, on-the-job training program covering branch operations and management. After training, the employee may be assigned a branch to manage; promotion to Branch Manager typically requires relocation, and a full relocation package is provided for moves of more than 50 miles.

The role focuses on helping customers meet financial goals by identifying lending needs, originating consumer loan business, recommending loan and voluntary insurance product solutions, and guiding customers through the application process. 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. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) with employer match; company-provided life insurance and long-term disability; an employee assistance program; professional development resources; and relocation assistance for qualifying promotions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; preferred majors include Business, Finance, Sales, or a related field.
• Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong communication and customer relations skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage 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.
• Must be eligible 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 Branch Manager.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of customer-facing sales experience, such as retail sales or goal-oriented, incentive-based sales; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Contact current and potential customers to identify opportunities for new loan business.
• Listen to customers’ needs and recommend suitable consumer loan and voluntary product solutions.
• Educate customers about consumer lending services, including improving credit and consolidating debt.
• 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 and ensuring an outstanding customer experience.
• Complete an 18–24 month paid on-the-job training program in 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) plan with employer match after one year
• Company-provided life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Short-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health support
• Uncapped monthly incentive bonus pay
• Relocation assistance and a full relocation package for qualifying moves of more than 50 miles
• Access to LinkedIn Learning’s library of professional development courses
• Employee of the Month Program
• Philanthropic support for multiple charities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level