Retail Branch Manager I

Woodforest National Bank•Rockford, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Woodforest National Bank is privately owned, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan is the largest shareholder. We focus on building relationships and discovering opportunities to better serve our communities and understand the financial needs of every customer we serve. At Woodforest we care and prove it by volunteering with local charities and foodbanks to give back to the communities we serve. By joining Woodforest you will become a part of one of the largest employee-owned banks in the country! The Retail Branch Manager I is responsible for the growth of consumer and business customer relationships, community engagement, and instore partner relationships, while delivering the Woodforest Experience to every customer, every day, every time. The company culture is built on Core Values: Integrity, Ownership, Service and Community, with an emphasis on employee ownership through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Requirements

5 years of relevant and transferrable sales and/or customer service experience. OR a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant and transferrable sales and/or customer service experience.
1 year of experience leading and directing the activities of a sales team is required.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must be proactive when seeking business outside of the branch.
Inspired, goal oriented, disciplined, team leader with strong interpersonal skills, sales aptitude, and comfortable with outside sales.
Must be open to direct coaching and feedback.
Ability to work flexible or extended working hours to meet business needs; demonstrated reliability.
Demonstrate a passion for taking care of people by exhibiting effective problem-solving abilities, the ability to maintain composure and convey a positive attitude while interacting with customers as well as internal team members.
Knowledge of/or ability to quickly learn products, services, policies, procedures, regulatory guidelines, as well as engaging in as sales and service process.
Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, follow directions, and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to understand instructions, forms, applications, and be familiar with financial statements and credit reports.
Must be positive and engaging.

Nice To Haves

Previous instore banking experience is preferred, but not required.
Candidates who reside within our community.

Responsibilities

Achieve branch sales and revenue goals by proactively identifying, marketing, and recommending banking products and services beneficial to the customer.
Must be a “Keeper of the Woodforest Culture” and possess the ability to create energy around Retail objectives and initiatives.
Recruit, train, retain and motivate staff to ensure profitability, sales, customer experience, compliance, and growth objectives for assigned branches within the region.
Develop and lead innovative strategies to grow, retain and deepen consumer and business relationships.
Proactively grow business deposits and loans through inside and outside business calling.
Enhance customer experience and the reputation of the Bank by warmly and sincerely greeting, engaging, and developing relationships with retail partners and customers.
Embrace and lead a technology driven customer experience.
Lead, partner and execute a community engagement strategy with a Community Development Relationship Manager in order to be an engaged and intrinsic community partner.
Inspire and lead team members to reach their full potential.
Demonstrate flexibility to perform every other duty as assigned.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) Company Match in ESOP (Woodforest adds 50₵ for each $1 you save (up to 6% eligible pay). The match is made in Woodforest stock held in your ESOP account.)
Opportunities for Long-Term Growth
Professional development
Banking Products & Services providing convenience, financial savings, and enhanced support to help you achieve your financial goals.
Competitive Base Pay
Regular compensation reviews
Paid Time Away (PTO for Branch Banking employees, paid vacation and sick time for Corporate employees)
Medical Coverage (12 comprehensive plans available at an affordable cost!)
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% paid for by Woodforest)
Life, AD&D Insurance (100% paid for by Woodforest)
Well-being Program (Employee Assistance Program) that helps you take care of your physical, mental, and financial health.
Resource Champions are available to connect you to comprehensive services including expert banking, wealth planning, ESOP, health & wellness programs, impactful community involvement & financial literacy education.
Paid leave pursuant to the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)