Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee ($1,500 sign-on bonus!)
Republic Finance · Gardendale, AL · 6 days ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
This entry-level financial services position offers a competitive salary of $45,000 per year (paid hourly), plus an uncapped monthly bonus that averages $8,000 annually. We are also offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus. The role includes a clear path to management through an 18–24 month on-the-job paid training program, with promotion to Branch Manager typically requiring relocation (a full relocation package is provided).
Responsibilities
- Originate new loan business by contacting current and potential customers to understand their financial needs and recommend consumer loan and voluntary product solutions.
- Educate customers on consumer lending services, including credit improvement and debt consolidation.
- Assist customers through the loan application process and make payment reminder calls.
- Evaluate loan applications, perform risk analysis, make credit decisions, administer loan closings, and process insurance claims.
- Assist the Branch Manager with recruiting, training, and developing plans to meet sales goals while promoting core values and ensuring an outstanding customer experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales, or related field).
- 1+ year of customer-facing sales experience (e.g., retail sales, goal-oriented, incentive-based) preferred but not required.
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, strong communication, and customer relations skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Must meet acceptable standards for criminal background history, credit history, and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to meet eligibility requirements for insurance licensing (based on a state-conducted criminal background check).
- Willingness and ability to relocate for promotion into a Branch Manager role (full relocation package provided for moves over 50 miles).
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution.
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day.
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k) plan with company match after one year.
- Company-provided life insurance and long-term disability.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (confidential mental health support).
- Access to LinkedIn Learning’s library of 10,000+ professional development courses.
- Employee of the Month Program.
- Monthly incentive bonus pay.
- Philanthropic opportunities, including volunteer events, food drives, back-to-school drives, and an annual fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
- Professional office environment with a supportive team culture.
- Internal promotion opportunities.
Pay
$45,000 per year (paid hourly) + uncapped monthly bonus averaging $8,000 annually + $1,500 sign-on bonus.
Schedule
This position is 100% onsite.