Senior Branch Specialist
Job Description
This is a banking position.
This role serves as a key operational resource within the branch, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and a high-touch client experience. The ideal candidate is a driven banking professional with strong customer service skills, operational knowledge, and the ambition to grow into a leadership role within the organization.
Job Requirements
- Deliver exceptional client service through in-person, phone, and email interactions.
- Identify client needs and refer appropriate banking solutions, including lending, treasury management, and wealth management services.
- Support branch deposit growth through proactive client outreach and relationship management.
- Develop and maintain relationships with Centers of Influence (CPAs, attorneys, realtors, and community organizations).
- Participate in calling campaigns, networking activities, and community outreach efforts.
- Track client interactions, referrals, and follow-up activities to support business development goals.
- Assist with the execution of branch business plans and achievement of annual branch objectives.
- Support daily branch operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Serve as backup for branch operational functions, including transaction processing, approvals, and cash/vault responsibilities when needed.
- Resolve operational issues and serve as a resource for branch staff and clients.
- Coordinate with internal departments to support branch initiatives and client needs.
- Assist with audits, reporting, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
- Support account opening processes and ensure all documentation meets regulatory and internal requirements.
- Ensure compliance with BSA/AML regulations, including CTR and SAR reporting requirements.
- Complete all required compliance and regulatory training.
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of banking experience in a branch, retail banking, customer service, or sales-focused role.
- Bilingual English/Spanish required.
- Strong operational banking knowledge and client service experience.
- Proven ability to build relationships and identify cross-selling opportunities.
- Experience supporting deposit growth and business development initiatives.
- Strong understanding of banking regulations, policies, and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and banking systems.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Professional, ambitious, and growth-oriented mindset.
- Demonstrated leadership potential with the ability to develop into a senior branch leadership role.