Financial Center Manager II (Lincolnshire)

First Financial Bank • Lincolnshire, IL

2d • $52,000 - $67,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Center Manager II (FCM) is responsible for achieving specified banking center and staff performance goals, including profitability, deposit and loan growth, and fee income. The FCM will build, develop, and lead a team focused on providing an exceptional client experience by offering financial solutions tailored to client needs. This role drives new client acquisition, retention, and relationship growth, as well as increasing non-interest revenue. The FCM also builds strong internal partnerships with FFB specialists to meet client needs and contribute to market growth. They foster a team-oriented environment, supporting associate satisfaction through coaching and career development. Additionally, the FCM builds and maintains community alliances and may mentor new associates within their market. A key responsibility is adherence to all compliance and regulatory procedures, including BSA, Check 21, CIP, CRA, HMDA, Reg B, Reg D, Reg E, Reg CC, Truth in Savings, Privacy Compliance, and the Patriot Act.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of demonstrated leadership in coaching, management, leadership, and/or mentoring in a retail environment.
• 2-4 years demonstrated prior success with multiple sales leadership processes and execution.
• 2-4 years of personal experience in sales and service with previous success in achieving sales and service goals in a retail environment.
• 2-4 years demonstrated prior success with achievement of performance goals.
• Working knowledge of banking policies and procedures.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent banking work experience preferred.
• 2-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Achieve specified banking center team service levels and performance goals.
• Build, develop, and lead a team focused on exceptional client experience and relationship deepening through service and follow-up.
• Model First Financial's Mission and Values for peers and coworkers.
• Maintain a banking center environment and commitment to exceptional client experience to foster client loyalty and relationship development.
• Ensure banking center performance goals are met or exceeded, supporting District and Region goals.
• Foster an inclusive and team-oriented environment, leading communication and team collaboration.
• Develop and lead a team knowledgeable in bank products, processes, policies, and procedures, encouraging mutual support.
• Manage banking center success, including daily operations, audit scores, and sales execution.
• Open deposit accounts, accept and key loan applications, close loans, and guide the branch team in growing accounts, loans, and deposits (consumer and business).
• Actively manage the onboarding of new clients and ensure timely client follow-up calls.
• Manage overall financial center sales and performance, understanding its impact on the District and company.
• Engage in coaching and recognition, updating team members on progress towards goals.
• Develop strong business relationships with key partners (Business Specialists, Worklife Specialists, Financial Wellness Advisors, Preferred Bankers, Private Bankers, Wealth Advisors, Mortgage Loan Officers, Commercial Partners) to deepen client relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Integrate into the community, developing outside sales opportunities through visibility and active participation in community groups.
• Discover and support site-specific events open to the community.
• Manage day-to-day activities aligning with The First Financial Bank Experience (FFB Experience), including ensuring associates deliver quality client experiences, deepening client relationships, managing client onboarding, leading daily huddles and team meetings.
• Attract new associates who align with the First Financial Bank/FOCUS culture and serve as a resource for associate engagement.
• Assist District Leader and Retail Regional President with interviewing prospective candidates.
• Ensure all associates actively manage their respective client relationships.
• Develop associates through observational coaching, joint sales calls, and utilization of the R.O.P.E. coaching model.
• Maintain all operational and risk management standards.
• Assist District Leader with facilitation of conference calls and leading team meetings and District/Region communication.
• Act as a liaison between peers, the District Leader, and Retail Regional President, supporting and delivering on retail-wide initiatives, communication, and engagement.

Benefits

• Relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates' holistic wellbeing.
• Incentive Eligibility (All roles are incentive eligible with the exception of Co-Op, Intern, or Student positions).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED