Republic Bank · 20 hours ago
Business Banking Officer
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expRepublic Bank is committed to the development and advancement of its associates. The Business Banking Officer is responsible for originating business, providing superior customer service, and ensuring compliance with bank policies while achieving individual and departmental goals through active participation in sales management.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Engages in business development activities and solicitation of new business prospects; participates in community affairs, business and service organizations, including public speaking; actively involved in instilling and maintaining a positive sales environment through education of the Bank’s products and services; investigates and follows-up on significant changes in status of existing customers; meets with customers to discuss needs and outline appropriate Bank services and to resolve problems as necessary
Solicit sales from new and existing clients through individual business development efforts and from referral sources (Realtors, broker, CPA’s, etc.)
Establish and maintain consistent referral sources and retain this referral base through regular calling/entertainment initiatives to strengthen personal relationships
Reinforces the application of superior customer service along with appropriate follow through with involved customers and employees; conducts specific periodic meetings and presentations on this topic with department officers and staff members
Establish regular outside sales calling program to attract new business opportunities
Participate in community affairs to increase the Bank’s visibility and enhance new business development opportunities
Assists in the assurance of audit compliance and procedure quality control for the department and recommends and initiates corrective actions
Learn the credit culture of Republic Bank in order to present appropriate credits for approval
Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements affecting your position and area of responsibilities and actively learn new regulations and assist in the implementation, if required
Model and foster behaviors that support the Bank’s values and corporate culture creating an atmosphere of trust, cooperation, accountability, and dedication to the organization
Willingly perform all other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years' previous experience in a financial services company required
Minimum of 5 years' sales/new business development experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and internet applications
Excellent verbal and written communications skills for effective interactions with clients to meet financial investment objectives and/or resolve problems or complaints
Must be self-motivated and work in a team environment
Requires a high energy level and strong sense of urgency
Must be well organized and able to multitask
Company
Republic Bank
Republic Bancorp, Inc. (Republic) is a holding company. Republic is the parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company (RB&T).
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-06-27Acquired
1998-07-31IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Etherington
Senior Vice President Market Manager
Vance Marshall
Vice President, Senior Commercial Banking Officer
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