
Branch Manager (Oliver Branch)
- Oliver, BC
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Annual Business Plan: Develops annual business plan for the branch that aligns with the strategic objectives of First West. Reviews branch progress against plan and ensures goals and targets are achieved and/or exceeded. Ensures branch marketing plans, service strategy and operations align with First West's strategic direction and long term success factors.
- Business Development: Identifies and develops opportunities to promote the branch and First West within the community. Develops new and enhances existing member relationships by participating in community clubs, associations and events as an advocate to promote the company.
- Financial Management: Oversees all branch credit activities including monitoring, analyzing, pricing, rating, and approving. Ensures credit recommendations and/or approvals are in accordance with established policy, procedures and authorized guidelines.
- Risk Management: Ensures risk management processes and procedures are followed to manage fraud, reduce potential losses and meet regulatory and/or corporate requirements. Oversees branch compliance for mutual funds and PCMLTFA (Proceeds of Crime Money Laundering Terrorist Financing Act) and ensures staff are current in required training (e.g. money laundering) and communicates regular updates/changes to legislation or corporate requirements.
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Mutual fund license required depending on region
- Branch Compliance Officer (BCO) for Mutual Funds required depending on region
- Must complete the internal First West certification program specific to this role within the required timeframe
- PFP preferred
- 6 years experience in a branch leadership level role within a financial institution required
- Sales leadership and coaching experience required
- Commercial banking experience preferred
- Credit adjudication experience preferred
- Demonstrated leadership attributes and/or experience motivating a high-performance team
- Proven ability to develop and execute on strategic sales and service plans
- Proven skills in business development and achievement of sales goals and targets
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact with a wide variety of people
- Proficient in computer software programs e.g. Microsoft Office and banking software programs
- Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.
- Mental health coverage and resources
- Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
- Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
- Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle