AVP Branch Manager

Position Overview

The AVP, Branch Manager serves as the face of Savers Bank in the local business community, actively building partnerships, expanding brand visibility, and generating new business opportunities. This high‑impact leadership role focuses on external business development, community engagement, client acquisition, and overseeing all aspects of retail banking operations, compliance, and staff leadership.

Full‑time

• Lead branch‑level growth plans, dedicating approximately 50% of time outside the branch to sourcing new consumer and small business clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, real‑estate professionals, community leaders, and referral partners.
• Represent the bank at local networking events, chambers of commerce, and civic organizations to expand brand presence.
• Partner with Commercial Lending, Retail Lending, and Investment Services to identify and refer high‑value opportunities.

• Oversee day‑to‑day branch operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and performance standards.
• Coach, mentor, and develop branch staff to meet service, sales, and compliance expectations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer focus.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and support teams on staffing, performance management, and resource planning.

• Drive individual and branch‑level performance by setting goals, tracking key metrics, and adjusting strategies as needed.
• Facilitate sales huddles, pipeline reviews, and ongoing coaching sessions.
• Analyze local market trends, competition, and customer needs to refine branch sales strategies.
• Provide regular branch performance updates and participate in business reviews with senior leadership.

• Ensure operational efficiency, consistency, and regulatory compliance within the branch.
• Maintain high standards in cash handling, audit readiness, loss prevention, and regulatory adherence (BSA/AML, KYC, etc.).
• Identify operational or compliance risks and proactively implement corrective actions.
• Oversee branch staffing schedules, workflow management, and resource utilization.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive retail banking experience, including at least 3 years in a Branch Manager or equivalent leadership role.
• Proven ability to generate new business, deepen client relationships, and achieve sales goals.
• Strong knowledge of retail and small‑business banking products and services.
• Demonstrated success leading teams and managing branch operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and community engagement skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and core banking platforms.

• Net new deposit and loan growth for the branch.
• New client acquisition (consumer and business).
• Sales goal attainment at the branch and individual level.
• Staff engagement, development, and retention.
• Operational, audit, and compliance performance.
• Community presence and market visibility.

Exempt – $–$