Lead a one of the busiest branches. Develop your team. Strengthen your community.
We are seeking a VP / Branch Manager to lead a dynamic retail financial services branch. This role is ideal for a leader with a strong banking or credit union background who is passionate about delivering exceptional client/member service, growing community relationships, and coaching high-performing teams. There is a strong ABM in place to support. Team of nine.
This organization offers a collaborative, people-first culture with a strong commitment to professional growth, community involvement, and employee well-being.
Who You Are
- Experienced Branch Manager (banking or credit union preferred)
- Strong leader who can rebuild culture and stabilize a team
- Passionate about member/customer experience and community impact
- Skilled in business development and relationship building
- Empathetic, genuine, and people-first in leadership style
- Growth-minded, with a desire to invest in and elevate others
What You’ll Do
Lead & Develop Your Team
- Build a cohesive, engaged, and high-performing branch team
- Coach, mentor, and invest in employee growth and development
- Reinforce a culture rooted in empathy, accountability, and service excellence
Drive Business & Community Engagement
- Actively engage in the community to generate new business and deepen relationships
- Grow branch performance through a service-first, consultative approach
- Champion the philosophy that service is sales, and sales is service
Deliver Operational Excellence
- Ensure strong daily operations, compliance, and risk management
- Partner with regional leadership to execute strategic initiatives
- Create consistency and accountability across the branch
Compensation
- Target Salary Range: $79,934 – $99,918 (based on experience and education)
- Full Salary Range: $79,934 – $119,902
- Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
- Annual Incentive: Up to 10% of base salary (performance-based, typically paid annually)
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage for employees
- 70%+ employer contribution toward dependent coverage
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% + discretionary profit sharing
- Paid Time Off:
- Up to 4 weeks annually, increasing with tenure
- Additional 40 hours of Work/Life Balance time
- 10 paid federal holidays
- Up to $5,000/year tuition assistance
- Gym/lifestyle reimbursement (up to $50/month)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health services
- Free or discounted financial services and loan products
- Employee charitable matching program
- Transportation benefit (e.g., transit pass)
- Additional incentives for multilingual employees
Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of management or leadership experience (financial institution required)
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Preferred Background:
- Credit union experience strongly preferred
- Banking candidates welcome, with ability to adapt to a member-first model
Certifications / Requirements:
- Ability to obtain required industry licensing (e.g., NMLS)
- Ability to serve as Notary Public and provide signature guarantees
- Must meet bondability requirements
Additional Requirements
- Must be authorized to work without employer sponsorship
- Certain certifications may require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency per regulatory requirements
Work Environment
- In-person role (Monday–Friday, standard business hours)
- 40+ hours per week based on business needs
- Highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Active, visible leadership presence required daily
Why This Role
This is an opportunity to lead a well-established branch within a values-driven organization that prioritizes people, performance, and community impact. You’ll have the ability to shape team culture, drive growth, and build lasting relationships both inside and outside the branch.
