Job Description
Job Description Bank Branch Manager - Baton Rouge, LA Lead a Team. Build Relationships. Make an Impact. A well-established community bank in Baton Rouge is seeking an experienced
Bank Branch Manager with Loan Production experience to lead the daily operations of a high-performing branch while delivering exceptional customer service and driving business growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated banking professional who enjoys coaching teams, developing customer relationships, and making a meaningful impact in the local community.
If you thrive in a relationship-focused environment where decisions are made locally and employees are valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities - Manage all day-to-day branch operations while ensuring exceptional customer service.
- Lead, coach, and develop branch employees to achieve sales, service, and operational goals.
- Build and strengthen relationships with consumer and business clients while identifying opportunities for additional banking products and services.
- Grow branch deposits, loans, and customer relationships through proactive business development.
- Ensure compliance with bank policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee branch security, cash management, audits, and operational controls.
- Resolve customer concerns professionally while creating a positive banking experience.
- Monitor branch performance, meet production goals, and maintain strong operational efficiency.
- Participate in community events and represent the bank throughout the Baton Rouge market.
Qualifications - Minimum 5 years of banking experience , including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
- Retail Banking or Relationship Banking experience strongly preferred.
- Proven success leading teams, coaching employees, and achieving branch goals.
- Strong knowledge of branch operations, consumer banking products, and customer relationship management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Horizon Core Software is a plus.
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
Benefits - Competitive salary based on experience
- 3 weeks PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance
- Employee-paid dental and vision insurance
- Career advancement opportunities with a growing community bank
If you're an experienced banking leader who enjoys building teams, developing lasting customer relationships, and contributing to your community, we encourage you to apply. Join a bank where your leadership, experience, and commitment to service will make a lasting difference.
wendy.hicks@gogpac.com or call 605-403-5157
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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