AVP - Branch Manager (Emirati Talent)

About This Role

To develop and manage the Branch portfolio and to lead the branch effectively in order to ensure the achievement of retail liabilities, assets, cards and third party product sales targets, profitability objectives, and implementation of superior customer service culture and standards, while adhering to Banks policies and guidelines.

Business Growth

Cascade the sales targets assigned by the Zone Manager to branch staffs.

Identify and implement action plans and regularly track and review performance to ensure the achievement of the set targets cascaded down by the Zone Manger and business growth objectives.

Meet regularly with the branch customers including important/ high net worth customers in order to assist in the growth of business

Manage the product portfolio of each line of products and control the cost and profitability of the branch.

Customer Service

Maintain high levels of customer service of all front office functions such as Cash Management, Remittances, drafts, Account opening/ inquiry & maintenance, sales and after sales by efficiently abiding to the process and by reducing customer waiting time and service time.

Promote high level of customer service culture among the branch staffs for potential acquisitions.

Service Quality & Business Operations Control

Attend all audit requirements and strive to have a null /low risk audit rating and ensure that all the branch operations are in accordance to the established Bank’s policies, operating manuals, service quality standards and code of conduct for smooth workflow, high service quality, and low level of operational risk and report any deviation to the management.

To maintain a low risk level of cash difference by following diligently the process set by maintaining detailed accounting records of daily cash flow as well as regular review of daily MIS reports, checking notes, denominations & security items in order to ensure accurate delivery of cash to customers.

Monitor continuously customer complaints and mystery shopping results and recommend necessary measures and initiatives to improve the score and to ensure high customer satisfaction

To ensure a high level of safety & security measures are in place as well as to maintain a proper communication with the police department whenever it is required.

Internal Process

To lead any branch projects jointly with the Zone Manager (Service Quality Programs, Process changes, sales etc.) and support the launch of new products and services as per the consumer banking business plan.

To maintain an accurate archives file for all branch transaction records, vouchers, stationary reports…etc.

Follow up on various cases with all the concerned stakeholders such as customers, internal Bank’s departments in order to ensure 100% closing mandates.

Training & Development

Analyze the training and development needs of staff and nominate them for an appropriate training courses in order to close the skill gaps and ensure that all staff are well trained and fully aware of DIB products and services, policies and procedures.

Build and maintain effective communication skills with branch’s staff by conducting regular staff meetings and discussions in order to have a high level of staff engagement and Job satisfaction.

To ensure proper staff management in terms of annual leave, performance appraisal, two days off as well as to ensure a proper resources allocation in order to meet the branch business requirements.

All the above accountabilities includes but not limited to any additional/new tasks or responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Education

High Diploma / Bachelor’s degree as a minimum, Master’s degree will be an advantage

Work Experience

Minimum 7 - 8 years of Banking Experience