Branch Manager - Financial Services

Job Role:

Branch Manager - Financial Services

Location:

Preston
Salary: £35,000
Benefits:
Bonus, Excellent Pension and Generous Holidays

An exciting opportunity has become available within a thriving financial services company for a motivated and ambitious manager to lead their Preston branch. This role is ideally suited to an experienced leader with a passion for developing people, driving business growth, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and service excellence.
Identify, assess and manage risks in accordance with the risk management framework and regulatory requirements.
Drive branch performance through the achievement of agreed objectives, contributing to the delivery of strategic priorities.
Manage complaints in line with the Complaints Procedure, providing resolutions where appropriate and escalating matters when required.
Develop and maintain strong relationships within the local community, creating opportunities for partnerships, networking and business growth.
Oversee people management processes, ensuring employee records, annual leave, absence management and performance reviews are maintained effectively.
Support the ongoing development of team members, encouraging engagement, accountability and professional growth. What are we looking for?

A minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications), including English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above.

Experience of leading and managing a team ideally within a financial services environment.
Strong decision-making capabilities and the confidence to work independently when required.
A high level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities that contribute to branch growth and success.
A qualification in Leadership, Management, or a related field would be advantageous. The Opportunity

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to make a meaningful contribution within a respected organisation. The successful candidate will have the chance to influence branch performance, support community engagement initiatives, and develop a high-performing team while helping to deliver outstanding outcomes for customers.

Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy