Assistant Branch Manager - East Syracuse Office

Assistant Branch Manager - East Syracuse Office

At Solvay Bank, our formula for success combines the traditions of our culture and a sharp strategic vision. We are a growth-oriented community bank that fosters excellence, pride, teamwork, and engagement in our workplace. Consider an exciting opportunity as part of our retail banking team.

Our retail staff has a passion for excellence in customer service and are focused in their goal of doing what is right for our customers. The Assistant Branch Manager supports the Branch Manager by overseeing the efficient operation of the branch to ensure all operational functions are completely and properly performed by the staff. The successful candidate will assist branch staff with inquiries and problem resolution. They exercise independent judgement and discretion within established policies and procedures to analyze facts or circumstances surrounding problems or transactions and take appropriate actions. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service and sales skills, as well as strong written communication skills and exceptional numerical aptitude. A minimum of three to five years' experience in retail banking required.

For over 100 years Solvay Bank has been dedicated to our customers and our community. Join us and enjoy the many rewards; matched 401(K) retirement savings, health and dental coverage, and more.

Internal applications must be received by 10 / 20 / 2025

Solvay Bank is an EOE / AA / Disability / Veteran

POSITION SUMMARY :

On a daily basis, enthusiastically provides exceptional client service, with a full working knowledge of retail banking functions and services, while striving to reach individual and branch goals. Assists in managing branch and territory banking within bank policy guidelines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

Delivers excellence in customer service, education, guidance, and respect to all Solvay Bank customers and co-workers.

Thoroughly understands, embraces, and exhibits Solvay Bank Values and serves as an example to others in actions and words.

Supervises all branch client service, sales related, and operations activity in the absence of or as directed by the branch manager, including the use of any Client Contact software.

Promotes friendly relations with retail and business customers to sell full range of banking products and services.

Strives to achieve individual sales goals as well as coach branch staff to the same end.

Participates in new business development activities; conduct sales calls on existing clients and prospects.

Participates in the selection of personnel and assists in their training and development.

Prepares and may perform employee evaluations in conjunction with Branch Manager.

Partners with the branch manager in resolving routine staff issues.

Schedules work assignments to ensure efficient functioning of branch.

Handles customer inquiries and resolves customer complaints.

Accepts loan applications, enters them into appropriate software for loan officer's review.

Performs projects and administrative duties for manager as assigned.

Is a "Change Agent" for the evolution of our business; very supportive of changes that develop in product technology, becoming an active user of all technology and developing the team they manage.

Adheres to established policies, procedures, and federal regulations.

Performs other tasks requested by supervisor / manager as they relate to the bank and its functions.

Attends and participates in meetings effectively relaying information to branch staff ensuring topics covered are understood and any updates implemented.

Serves on various bank committees as needed.

Adheres to Information Security policies and related regulatory policies, procedures, and standards designed to protect customer and Bank-owned information.

Ensures that Bank policies, procedures, and standards, including Information Security, are adhered to.

Ensures excellent customer service by working in alternative branches as needed and requested by Management, fostering teamwork across the retail network.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Knowledge of banking products, policies, and regulations.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage staff.

Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office including but not limited to Word & Excel.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

2 year college degree preferred

2-3 years prior management experience in a retail environment preferred

Minimum of 5 years prior customer service experience.

Finance background preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and climb stairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate.