Bank Branch Manager
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Corporate Managers
Summary
A managerial position that oversees bank branch operations and sales strategies to achieve profit targets and improve customer service.
Description
The bank branch manager, as the overall head of the branch, manages all aspects of branch operations and formulates and executes strategies to achieve sales targets for deposits, loans, financing, and more. They also handle customer service, risk management, legal compliance, employee training and evaluation, staffing, and building relationships with the local community. They contribute to improving branch performance through decision-making based on analysis of key business metrics and directing and coordinating subordinates.
Future Outlook
With advancing digitalization and fintech, branch operations will become more efficient, while there will be increased emphasis on face-to-face advanced financial consulting and community-oriented services.
Personality Traits
Has leadership / Persuasive / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Flexitime System / Office Work / Overtime Possible / Subject to Transfer / Suit Required
Career Path
Bank Clerk → Chief Clerk / Section Head → Deputy Branch Manager → Branch Manager → Area Manager → Head Office Staff Executive
Required Skills
Branch Management / Compliance / Customer Negotiation / Financial Analysis / Human Resource Management / Risk Management
Recommended Skills
IT Tool Utilization / Language Skills / Marketing / Sales Strategy Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | For analyzing income and expenses of deposits and loans, and for risk assessment. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is emphasized in legal compliance, voucher management, etc. |
| Communication Skills | Because accurate instructions and negotiations with customers and subordinates are required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because leadership is required to take the initiative and act first as a branch manager. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis skills for revenue management and budgeting are essential. |
| Planning & Organization | Because formulation and execution of sales strategies and branch operation plans are essential. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for addressing customer issues and sales-related troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to endure the pressure from high sales targets and responsibilities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Banking Operations Certification
- Financial Planner (FP)
- Securities Representative
Aliases
- Branch Manager
Related Jobs
- Bank Staff
- Deputy Branch Manager
- Loan Officer
- Risk Management Officer
- Sales Representative