Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus!)

Republic Finance, LLC•Asheville, NC

3d•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, ABMs are assigned a branch to manage upon promotion; promotion typically requires relocation, and a full relocation package is provided for moves more than 50 miles. The ABM helps customers meet financial goals by originating loan business, contacting current and prospective customers, identifying their needs, recommending consumer loan and voluntary product solutions, and educating them about lending services, credit improvement, and debt consolidation. The role also guides customers through loan applications and makes payment reminder calls as needed. The ABM contributes to branch operations by evaluating loan applications, conducting risk analysis, making credit decisions, completing loan closings, and processing insurance claims. The role supports the Branch Manager with recruiting and training, and with developing and implementing plans to meet sales goals while promoting company values and delivering a strong customer experience. This position is 100% onsite.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; ideal 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 while managing 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 and credit history and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Ability to meet state insurance licensing eligibility requirements to sell voluntary insurance products.
Willingness and ability to relocate for promotion to Branch Manager.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Contact current and prospective customers to identify needs and originate new loan business.
Recommend appropriate consumer loan and voluntary product solutions.
Educate customers about consumer lending services, credit improvement, and debt consolidation.
Assist 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 values and an outstanding customer experience.
Complete an 18–24 month paid on-the-job training program in branch operations and management.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on bonus.
Competitive salary of $45,000 per year, paid hourly.
Uncapped monthly bonus averaging $8,000 annually.
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.
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 course library.
Employee of the Month Program.
Philanthropic support for charities, including an annual drive for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Monthly incentive bonus pay.
Internal promotion opportunities.