VP/FVP, Regional Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY

Directly and through subordinates, directs and controls the business development, customer service and operational functions within the region to ensure growth and profitability of each branch based on financial performance forecasts. Acts as the senior banking presence within the region assigned and may be called upon to act on the Bank's behalf in public relations activities.

DIRECT REPORTS

The incumbent manages all staff within assigned branches.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops, manages and evaluates plans, objectives and financial performance of assigned branches. Reviews the performance of each branch based on sales activity, deposit and loan portfolio growth, profit and quality to ensure achievement of established goals; examines profit & loss and balance sheet reports to forecast results and effectively manage financial performance.
• Manages and controls region operational and risk management activities to ensure the highest level of customer service and operating efficiencies and compliance with Bank operating standards and regulatory requirements.
• Directs and establishment of goals and the implementation of marketing and sales programs throughout the area to ensure realistic targets are attained.
• Ensures the development, implementation and evaluation of service quality programs designed to evaluate customer expectations, delivery and satisfaction and to improve the uniform delivery of quality customer service.
• Contributes to the overall formulation of Bank policy as it relates to the Retail Banking function. Ensures interpretation and communication of Bank policies and procedures to ensure uniformity within the branch system.
• Actively participates in various civic, social and community organizations to enhance the Bank's image and promote positive community relations.
• Maintains contact with major customers and prospects, as necessary, to supplement business development efforts; interacts with Bank personnel and corporate customers to maintain banking relationships and improve servicing.
• Maintains a highly motivated and qualified region staff through the selection, placement, training, counseling and promotion of people to achieve optimum organizational performance.
• Oversees the region's CRA efforts by participating in and assisting Branch Managers with local CRA activities, assessing community needs and devising ways of meeting those needs.
• Plans, develops, establishes and controls assigned organization and budget functions.
• Recommends terminations, hires, transfers, salary adjustments, performance standards and reviews. Approves employee daily time record, work assignments, vacations, sick pay, etc. Executes employee relations, training and affirmative action policies.
• Ensure compliance with all internal operating policies, procedures and audit standards, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Code of Conduct, Information Security, Protection of Proprietary Information, and Bank Security Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years banking experience including 4 years of branch management in a commercial bank preferred.
• Solid retail banking experience with general commercial lending knowledge.

Skills/Ability:

• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and IRS regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, professional, verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin/Cantonese preferred.

OTHER DETAILS

VP: $95K - $120K / year
FVP: $120K - $140K / year
Pay determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Cathay Bank offers its full-time employees a competitive benefits package which is a significant part of their total compensation. It is our goal to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs which includes, coverage for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health saving account (HSA) with company contributions, voluntary coverages, and 401(k).

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