Sr. Branch Manager

Byline Bank. • Westchester, IL

1d • $72,000 - $111,000

About The Position

Byline Bank is seeking a Sr. Branch Manager to lead branch operations, build and develop a high-performing team, strengthen customer relationships, and contribute to the growth of the surrounding community. The manager hires and nurtures talent, fosters a welcoming customer environment, and helps local businesses and residents achieve their financial goals.

The role develops and implements strategies to improve productivity and sales performance, works with a Business Banking partner to identify opportunities for new customer relationships, and strives to exceed financial targets. Responsibilities also include marketing bank products and services, making outbound calls, networking in the community, and leading the branch team to meet or exceed goals. The manager may travel to other branch locations to share expertise and support colleagues, and is expected to identify process improvements.

The Sr. Branch Manager fosters a respectful and empowering team culture through regular meetings, ongoing training, and employee support. The position is based in a usual office environment and involves frequent sitting, walking, and standing, as well as occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. The role requires the ability to lift 30 pounds and frequent coordination for use of office equipment. The anticipated salary range is $72,000 to $111,000, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus payable after 30 days of continuous employment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), and paid time off; discretionary bonuses and other programs may also apply depending on the role. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of Branch/Retail Banking experience as a Relationship Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Retail Banking and commercial business processes.
• Proven sales and outside calling skills.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking abilities.
• Strong initiative, judgment, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and core operating systems.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing.
• Frequent eye, hand, and finger coordination for use of office equipment.
• Oral and auditory capacity for interpersonal communication and communication through automated devices.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish; preferred but not required.
• Background in Business Banking and Relationship Management.
• Experience originating small business loans.
• Proven credit knowledge.
• Successful sales track record.

Responsibilities

• Hire, develop, and support branch employees so they can provide exceptional customer service.
• Create a welcoming environment in which customers feel valued and understood.
• Build relationships with local businesses and residents to support their financial goals and strengthen the branch’s contribution to the community.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and sales performance.
• Partner with the Business Banking partner to identify opportunities to develop new customer relationships and expand the branch’s reach.
• Work toward exceeding financial targets and achieving sustained branch growth.
• Travel to other branch locations as needed to share expertise and support colleagues.
• Identify and implement process improvements while maintaining high operating standards.
• Market bank products and services, make outbound calls, and network within the community.
• Lead by example and ensure the team meets or exceeds branch goals.
• Conduct regular team meetings and provide ongoing training and support.
• Profile customers, engage them in the sales process, and build effective relationships.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus payable after 30 days of continuous employment.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Disability coverage.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Potential discretionary bonuses and other benefit programs, depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed