POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE : Senior Branch Manager GRADE : AVP-I DEPARTMENT : Branch Banking, TASC, TPP LOCATION : Branch SUB-DEPARTMENT : Branch Banking TYPE OF POSITION : Full-time REPORTS TO : Cluster Head/Regional Head – Branch Banking REPORTING INTO Direct Reporting

BDE/AAM/AM

BSM/CA-AM

Dotted line reporting of certain Silver & Gold Branch Heads
Dotted line reporting of BOO/BOSM

ROLE PURPOSE & OBJECTIVE

This role is responsible for driving the entire business targets for liabilities assigned to the branch; Manage exceptional customer service, proactive sales environment and efficient branch operations, while adhering to regulations/compliance requirements; Focus on retaining existing customers, increasing the customer base and cross-selling Ujjivan's products and services; Oversee branch operations, cash management and service quality; work closely with product and marketing teams to drive campaigns at their branches.
This role monitors daily performance of branch staff and manages a team of 10 to 15 employees.
This role manages leadership reporting of BOO/BOSM & BSM.
In certain cases will have dotted line reporting of few Silver & Gold Branch Heads reporting to them
This role is assigned higher targets for their respective branches and is applicable only to Platinum & Titanium Branches.

SIZE OF THE ROLE

FINANCIAL SIZE

NON-FINANCIAL SIZE

Entire liability target for the branch
CASA Book – as per the branch

TASC

Book – as per the branch
BB-FIG Book – as per the branch
Segment wise book (NR, Senior Citizen, HNI etc) – as per the branch
Number target for all the respective products.
CA
SA
TASC
Snr Citizen

HNI

NR

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Business
Implement branch specific marketing & communication strategies to continuously strengthen the Ujjivan brand.
This role is responsible for driving the entire business targets for liabilities assigned to the branch.
Manage exceptional customer service, proactive sales environment and efficient branch operations, while adhering to regulations/compliance requirements
Focus on retaining existing customers, increasing the customer base and cross-selling Ujjivan's products and services
Oversee branch operations, cash management and service quality; work closely with product and marketing teams to drive campaigns at their branches.
Monitor daily performance of branch staff.
To manage a team of 10 to 15 employees.
To manage leadership reporting of BOO/BOSM & BSM
In certain cases, they will have a dotted line reporting of few Silver & Gold Branch Heads reporting to them
Will be assigned higher targets for their respective branches.
Cascade targets the branch targets to the respective staffs and ensure achievement is tracked through periodic reviews.
Ensure all deferrals taken are cleared within the specific period.
Monitor the overall portfolio of the branch; ensure adherence to compliance and regulatory norms are met
Customers
Ensure customers are educated about all products/services offered by Ujjivan
Ensure courteous customer service is offered to customers by the branch staff
Reduce customer attrition by guiding CCR(s) on exit interviews, customer engagement programs etc.
Lead customer connect initiatives in the branch vicinity
Internal Process
Oversee and ensure efficiency in branch/ATM operations through adherence to TAT for various internal and customer end processes; drive utilization of alternate channels
Ensure compliance with banking guidelines, quality framework and audit requirements; ensure speedy resolution of any audit observations and take necessary steps to prevent recurrence,
ensure compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti- Money Laundering (AML), audit and other regulations & applicable laws in the branch
Monitor, control & minimize all expenses in the Branch, such as telephone, consumption of stationery, computer consumables, electricity and other overheads without sacrificing quality
Oversee accurate cash management and tallying of accounts in the system through the Cashier
Accountable for branch safety including security of cash/vault etc.
Learning & Performance
Ensure that all members of the Branch staff are up to date on all relevant circulars and all products/services offered in the Branch
Ensure adherence to training man-days/ mandatory training programs for self and reportees
Ensure goal-setting, mid-year review and annual appraisal process within specified timelines for self and reportees
Monitor performance of staff against defined goals/metrics and take corrective action wherever required; undertake disciplinary and attendance monitoring for liabilities sales team and branch operations team
Coordinate with state HR on people related matters; support branch activities to foster teamwork and continuously make Ujjivan a great place to work
Ensure coordination between staff of different teams, to build a collaborative spirit and shared sense of purpose (which could also enable cross-sell and overall target achievement)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Educational
Qualifications
~ Graduate in Commerce/Business/Economics or related subjects. PGDM/ MBA from a Tier 2 or 3 college preferred

Experience
Should have overall experience of 8-12 Years in core banking sales with good knowledge of banking products and regulatory requirements in banking.
Should have worked as a Branch Manager for at least 2-3 years.
Certifications
Functional Skills
Sales & marketing skills – across multiple products.
Should have managed a deposit book of 75 to 300 Cr.
Knowledge on liabilities products & unsecured loans products
Knowledge of basic accounting and finance administration
Analytical skills
Process & Compliance Orientation: Knowledgeable on KYC norms/guidelines for liabilities & unsecured loans
Behavioral Skills
Managing Customer Relations and excellent service orientation and relationship management skills
Communication Skills - fluent in the local language & English
Ability to manage teams and drive performance. Should have managed a team of 7 to 15 staff.
Achievement/Performance oriented
Product knowledge
Training Skills
Willingness to travel & relocation as per business requirements and career opportunities
Competencies
Planning and Organizing
Customer Focus
Managing Relationships
Driving Execution
Collaborating
Coaching
Business Acumen
Influencing

KEY INTERACTIONS

INTERNAL

EXTERNAL

Regional Product & Marketing team
State HR
Cluster Operations excellence Manager
Regional Service Quality
Regional Admin & Infra

SPOC - ATM

Regional Audit Manager
Cash management agencies
BC Agents
Civil/Electrical infra vendors
ATM vendors

SLBC

Other banks in vicinity
Community forums
PREPARED BY: Priyanka Pal

DATE: 14-02-2024

REVIEWED BY: Jyothi Mohan

DATE: 15-02-2024

LAST UPDATED BY: TM Team

DATE: 17-02-2024

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