Branch & Business Development Manager

Company: The Merrimack Title: Branch & Business Development Manager Location: Henniker, New Hampshire Position Details: Full-time, including rotating Saturdays FLSA: Exempt, Officer First/Mid-Level Officials and Managers Salary: Negotiable based on level of experience between $63,000.00 – $80,000.00 Are you a relationship-driven banking leader who enjoys coaching teams, growing customer relationships, and making a visible impact in the community? The Merrimack is seeking a Branch & Business Development Manager to lead our branch in Henniker, New Hampshire. This role is ideal for an experienced branch banking professional who thrives in a leadership role that blends team development, business development, customer service, lending support, operational oversight, and community engagement. Why You’ll Love Working Here In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a supportive team that values the work you do every day. In This Role, You Will Lead branch performance, daily operations, customer experience, and growth initiatives Coach, motivate, and develop branch team members while fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement Build strong customer relationships through needs-based conversations, referrals, and relationship-driven service Represent the bank in the community through business development, local involvement, and partnership-building Support consumer, equity, and small business lending needs while maintaining strong product and service knowledge Ensure compliance with bank policies, procedures, security standards, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements Participate in branch sales, strategic planning, budgeting, and goal achievement Partner with HR on hiring, performance management, employee development, and related employment matters Open and close the branch on a rotating basis and support additional branch needs as requested What We’re Looking For Three to five years of related banking, branch operations, sales, business development, or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Previous supervisory or management experience with a proven ability to coach and develop others Strong commitment to relationship selling, quality service, and community banking Excellent communication, problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills Knowledge of branch operations, consumer lending, bank policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and adapt in a changing environment Proficiency with desktop applications and general office equipment Ability to travel to other branches, departments, local businesses and business development meetings Ability to work Saturdays when scheduled Why Join Us We believe in building genuine partnerships that encompass top-of-the-line customer service delivered by a culture of teamwork, integrity and excellence. We take pride in the communities that we serve! If you’re ready to bring your leadership, sales, service, and community banking experience to a team that values local relationships, we’d like to connect with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This includes veterans and individuals with disabilities #merrimackstyle