Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Republic Finance, LLC•Winston-Salem, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Branch Manager (ABM) is an entry-level financial services role with a 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 is assigned a branch to manage upon promotion. Promotion to Branch Manager typically requires relocation; a full relocation package is provided for moves of more than 50 miles. The ABM helps customers meet financial goals by developing new loan business, understanding customer needs, recommending consumer loan and voluntary product solutions, and educating customers about lending services, credit improvement, and debt consolidation. The role also supports loan applications and makes payment reminder calls as needed. Additional branch work includes evaluating loan applications, conducting risk analysis, making credit decisions, administering loan closings, and processing insurance claims. The ABM assists the Branch Manager with recruiting and training, and with developing and implementing plans to meet sales goals while upholding company values and delivering an outstanding 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales, or a related field.
Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
Strong communication 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 acceptable standards for criminal background 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

Seek opportunities to originate new loan business by contacting current and potential customers.
Listen to customers' needs and recommend suitable consumer loan and voluntary product solutions.
Educate customers about consumer lending services, improving credit, and consolidating debt.
Assist customers with 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
Monthly incentive bonus pay
Relocation assistance and a full relocation package for promotion moves over 50 miles
Access to LinkedIn Learning's library of 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