Assistant Branch Manager - Sales Manager Trainee

Are you looking for an entry-level position with a clear path to management? Do you want to be part of a growing financial services company that rewards performance and gives back to its community?

About the role

This entry-level financial services position earns a competitive salary of $45,000 per year (paid hourly), plus an uncapped monthly bonus that averages $8,000 annually.

A day in the life of an Assistant Branch Manager (ABM):

• Go through an 18–24 month on-the-job paid training program to learn branch operations and management.
• Originate new loan business by contacting current and potential customers, understanding their needs, and recommending 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.
• Handle tasks contributing to branch success, including evaluating loan applications, performing risk analysis, making credit decisions, administering loan closings, and processing 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.
• Promotion to Branch Manager typically requires relocation, with a full relocation package provided.

About Republic Finance

We have helped customers meet their personal finance goals for more than 70 years by providing consumer loans, flexible lending options, and incomparable customer service. We serve over 300,000 customers in more than 250 communities across the US and continue to expand into new states each year. Our core values focus on our team, customers, and performance. We are committed to giving back to our communities through volunteer opportunities, food drives, back-to-school drives, and an annual fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales, or related field).
• 1 year or more of customer-facing sales experience (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 criminal background check by the state’s department of insurance).
• 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, plus 1 additional personal day.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match after one year.
• Company-provided life insurance and 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.
• Monthly incentive bonus pay.
• Internal promotions and a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Pay

$45,000 per year (paid hourly), plus an uncapped monthly bonus averaging $8,000 annually.

Schedule

This position is 100% onsite.