Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Republic Finance, LLC • Gallatin, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Branch Manager (ABM) is an entry-level financial services role with a clear path to becoming a 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 typically requires relocation, and a full relocation package is provided for moves over 50 miles.

The ABM helps customers meet their financial goals by developing new loan business, understanding customer needs, and recommending consumer loan and voluntary insurance products. The role also involves educating customers about lending services, credit improvement, and debt consolidation; guiding customers through applications; and making payment reminder calls. The ABM supports branch operations and assists the Branch Manager with hiring, training, and plans to meet sales goals while promoting company values 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 posting describes the role as entry-level and requires a bachelor's degree.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 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 navigate priorities.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Meet acceptable standards for criminal background history and credit history, and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• 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 Branch Manager.

Nice To Haves

• One year or more of customer-facing sales experience, such as retail sales or goal-oriented, incentive-based sales; preferred but not required.
• A major in Business, Finance, Sales, or a related field is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Contact current and potential customers to develop 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, and 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, dental, and 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 and long-term disability.
• Short-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health support.
• LinkedIn Learning access to more than 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.
• Monthly incentive bonus pay.
• Relocation package for moves over 50 miles, including relocation for promotion to Branch Manager.
• Professional offices with a friendly team environment.
• Internal promotion opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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