Branch Manager

Job No: 113696
Location: Grafton

  • Bring your lending experience to this fantastic opportunity leading a team in Grafton, NSW
  • Well-respected banking alternative that is passionate about the community and focused on growth
  • Attractive remuneration negotiable with experience + performance based bonuses
  • Relocation assistance up to $2,000 if you are moving to the region

About the Organisation

Summerland Credit Union has been providing financial services across a broad range of products to communities on the North Coast of New South Wales since 1964.  With 10 local branches and approximately 100 staff, they are one of the largest locally owned and operated businesses in the region. As a credit union, retained profits are returned to customers.

With their focus on providing better service and fairer fees, Summerland Credit Union is a well-respected banking alternative, which aims to benefit customers in everything they do. They also give back to the wider community by supporting over 180 charities, associations, clubs and events.

About the Opportunity

Summerland Credit Union now has an exciting opportunity for a lending focused Branch Manager to lead their Grafton, NSW team. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role with the expectation that you would be available for weekend commitments (ie sponsorship events in the community), as required.

Reporting to the Chief Customer Officer, the role of Branch Manager is an integral part of the sales structure within the credit union. You will be responsible for ensuring the growth and development of sales in the Grafton region, which will include maximising the sales potential of the team members through coaching and development in order to sell the credit union’s products and services to customers and non-customers. 

Servicing customers both in and out of the local area you will ensure they can cross between online, telephone and face-to-face channels with ease, with the ultimate objective of making Summerland their principal financial services provider.

Some of your specific duties will include (but will not be limited to):

  • Monitoring and developing sales skills in all Branch staff to ensure that the credit union goals are achieved, measured through growth in loans, membership and branch profitability;
  • Involvement with Summerland volunteer days and attendance at Credit Union functions that displays community commitment, a core value of the organisation;
  • Undertaking business development and promotional activities to raise the profile of the branch; and
  • Providing a valuable first impression of the credit union to customers and ensuring the products offered/used by customers meet their requirements.

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About You

To be considered for this position, it is essential that you possess extensive knowledge of lending products, as well as needs-based selling and customer service skills. A background in banking/financial services will ensure you possess the required understanding of both personal and home loan lending, including financial services regulation and legislation requirements. 

As this is a key leadership position within the organisation, a motivating and engaging leadership style and the ability to create positive change and growth within the Branch activities will be key to your success in this role. You will need to be able to demonstrate previous experience in a leadership role, although this doesn't necessarily have to have been gained in the banking industry. 

Importantly, Summerland is looking for someone whose personal values align with the organisation values of sustainability, community, ownership, respect and ethical banking practices. You will be results oriented and understand how to expertly balance the line between promotion of all services and offerings, and the customers' specific lending needs.

Please note: Access to a reliable car and a current, open Driver's License is a requirement of this position. Any travel-related costs will be reimbursed by the organisation.

Benefits of Working for Summerland Credit Union

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on an exciting and varied position. No two days will be the same as you experience a wide scope of responsibilities across different working environments! 

In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive an attractive remuneration negotiable with skills and experience and a range of benefits including:

  • 5 weeks Leave;
  • Performance-based bonuses;
  • Relocation assistance up to $2,000; and
  • The option to salary sacrifice other expenses such as rent.

Additionally, you'll enjoy ongoing opportunities to grow your knowledge base, with comprehensive training and a company-wide focus on professional development

If you're a flexible lending professional looking for a new challenge, join this innovative banking alternative - Apply Now!

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