AVP/Market Manager
Listed on 2026-08-24
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Management
Client Relationship Management, BD Manager
This position reports toSVP/Relationship Banking
Basic FunctionsLeads and directs the Relationship Banking team in the Highland Park market to achieve optimal productivity, operational excellence and client satisfaction. Accomplishes sales objectives by attracting new deposits while delivering outstanding client service and retaining existing clients. Provides leadership, coaching and development to team members, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with the Bank’s Strategic Plan.
Essential Duties- Develop, coach, mentor and motivate Relationship Bankers, Branch Operations Support staff and the Teller Manager ensuring exceptional client service, achievement of sales and operational goals and retention of high-performing employees.
- Conduct monthly team sales and individual coaching sessions with staff.
- Oversee and direct workforce planning, including, hiring, staffing, performance management and evaluations, promotion and compensation recommendations, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Implement action plans to improve quality of service.
- Respond to inquiries regarding accounts and resolve client feedback.
- Proactively recommend appropriate bank solutions which meet the clients’ financial objectives and achieve established sales goals.
- Actively participate in service activities within the community, such as the local Chamber, Rotary, etc. to promote goodwill and generate new business.
- Actively support current clients in their sponsored events and activities
- Complete appropriate documentation
- Complete required reports
- Other duties as assigned
- Uses tact and diplomacy when interacting with clients
- Branch travel may be required. Must be flexible to travel to other locations as needed.
- Enjoy working with the public
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to identify,research and resolve problems.
- Strong knowledge of bank operations and regulations
- Ability to motivate, lead and supervise people
- High School Diploma or GED
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 3-5years managerial experience
- Minimum 5years’banking experience
- Microsoftproficiency
- Fiserv application experience preferred
Expected Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000
- Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
First Bank Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance; 401(k); paid time off (PTO); and eligibility for an annual bonus. For a complete listing of benefits, please visit our website:
First Bank Chicago is an Equal OpportunityEmployer:
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