Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Summary: Republic Finance is a growing financial services company that has been helping customers meet their personal finance goals for over 70 years. They are seeking an entry-level Assistant Branch Manager to participate in a paid training program, focusing on branch operations and management while helping customers with their financial needs. Responsibilities: - Help customers meet their financial goals by originating new loan business - Educate customers on consumer lending services, including credit improvement and debt consolidation - Assist the Branch Manager with recruiting and training staff - Develop and implement plans to meet sales goals while promoting core values and ensuring outstanding customer experience - Evaluate loan applications, perform risk analysis, make credit decisions, administer loan closings, and process insurance claims Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree is required. Ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales or related field - Professional demeanor, positive attitude, strong communication and customer relations skills - Ability to work well independently, as well as a team member in a fast-paced environment and successfully navigate priorities - Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite - Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record - Must meet our acceptable standards for criminal background history, credit history and pass a pre-employment drug screen - Ability to meet the eligibility requirements for insurance licensing in order to sell voluntary insurance products - Willingness and ability to relocate for promotion into a Branch Manager role Preferred Qualifications: - 1 year or more of customer facing sales experience (i.e. retail sales, goal-oriented, incentive based) is preferred but not required Required Skills: Customer facing sales, Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Insurance licensing eligibility, Customer relations, navigate priorities, Professional demeanor Benefits: Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance, 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day, 401k + employer match, Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support, Access to LinkedIn Learning's library of 10,000+ professional development courses, Employee of the Month Program, Philanthropic support for multiple charities including an annual drive for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Professional offices with a friendly team environment, Monthly incentive bonus pay, Internal promotions