Branch Market Leader

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you energized by developing people, creating consistency across teams, and helping build something that grows? As Horizon continues to expand across Central Texas, we are seeking a Branch Market Leader to support our branch teams, strengthen operational excellence, and help establish Horizon’s presence in both existing and emerging markets.

This role serves as a leader of leaders—partnering with Branch Operations Officers and branch teams to create alignment, support execution, and deliver exceptional customer and employee experiences. You’ll help connect strategy to day-to-day operations while building relationships across the Bank and within the communities we serve.

The Branch Market Leader is a collaborative, visible, and adaptable leader who enjoys developing others, solving problems, and helping teams navigate growth and change.

This is an in-person leadership role based in Central Texas.

WHAT WILL I DO?

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and support Branch Operations Officers across the Central Texas market.
• Develop leaders by providing feedback, guidance, and growth opportunities.
• Create alignment and consistency while empowering local decision-making.
• Reinforce accountability while fostering a positive and engaging team culture.
• Support succession planning and leadership development efforts.

Branch Operations & Market Execution

• Partner with branch teams to drive operational excellence and exceptional customer experiences.
• Support execution of market initiatives and new branch readiness activities.
• Monitor performance trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Help ensure operational consistency across locations.
• Partner with internal teams to remove obstacles and improve execution.

Community & Relationship Building

• Represent Horizon in local communities and help strengthen market presence.
• Build and maintain relationships internally and externally.
• Support efforts to introduce Horizon into new and growing markets.
• Partner across departments to identify opportunities that strengthen customer relationships.

Collaboration & Influence

• Translate priorities into action and support teams through periods of growth and change.
• Influence outcomes through relationships, communication, and trust.
• Balance operational priorities while maintaining flexibility and perspective.
• Help create connection across branches and teams.

Other duties as assigned and/or taken on.

AM I THE RIGHT FIT?

We are searching for professionals who demonstrate a strong service mindset, accountability, and commitment to teamwork.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent leadership experience.
• 5 years of leadership experience in branch banking, retail banking operations, financial services, or a similar customer-focused environment.
• Experience leading teams and developing employees through coaching, accountability, and feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and build relationships across teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate change effectively.
• Proven organizational and execution skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to travel throughout the Central Texas market as needed.

Preferred:

• Experience leading leaders or supporting multiple locations.
• Experience with branch operations, retail banking strategy, or market leadership.
• Community involvement, networking, or business development experience.
• Experience supporting growth initiatives, expansion efforts, or organizational change.
• Demonstrated ability to create consistency while empowering local decision-making.

WHY HORIZON?

We’re not just your ordinary bank - we have something special here at Horizon. Our charter dates back to 1905, giving us over a century of experience serving Central Texas. We pride ourselves on creating lifelong customer relationships and business partnerships and have a reputation for an unwavering commitment to our teams, our communities, and our customers.

Thanks to our diverse, energetic team, Horizon continues to grow and succeed:

• #1 locally owned bank according to Austin Business Journal 2020 Power Rankings.
• Top 40 community banks nationwide by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
• 2024 top 10 community bank according to American Bankers Association.
• 2020 & 2021 Thriving Together recipient for outstanding company Wellness Program. Learn more about our benefit package below!

We’re proud of where our teams have gotten us and can’t wait to see where you will take us next!

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE ON THE HORIZON TEAM?

Our commitment to our employees goes beyond base pay—it includes the tangible things like salary, benefits, and special employee programs such as training & development, wellness, and flexible sick time. Equally important are the intangible factors like challenging work, a community focused mindset, and the opportunity to grow professionally. We do not hire resources; we invest in people.

Benefits available to you include:

• Health coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness Program that incentivizes you with premium cost savings
• Employee Assistance Program to help you with life’s challenges
• Basic Group term Life and AD&D to protect you and your family
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of the Bank through our 401k Retirement Plan
• Discounts on Pet Insurance
• Time off policies meant to support your work-life balance

INTERESTED?

This is a great opportunity to join a successful and growing organization. If you think that you could be the perfect fit, please apply now. Submit your resume and contact information for consideration.

Good luck and we look forward to hearing from you!

At Horizon Bank, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure this we seek talented, qualified people for all of our career opportunities, regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state and/or local laws. Horizon Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.