Branch Manager - Retail Banking

Branch Manager_BRANCH BANKING_0125_1384_1004445 As a Branch Manager in the Retail Liabilities vertical, you will be responsible for driving business growth, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering superior customer service. This role demands a dynamic leader with strong sales acumen, regulatory awareness, and the ability to manage a high-performing team. You will oversee the branch’s profitability, compliance, and customer engagement, while also promoting cross-selling of financial products Job Description To understand clients business & provide appropriate working capital solutions across Fund/ non Fund based products like Cash Credit, Demand Loan, Buyers credit, LC, BG. Work closely with Branch Banking teams for new customer addition. To penetrate client with various products like Current Account/Term Deposits/Transaction Banking/Trade Finance for the primary Relationship & Group companies. To build relationships with key persons (CFOs/ promoters) in the target segments & build client trust & confidence. Focus to continually increase the Book size and profitability of the assigned portfolio. To understand client business models, trade related activities, cash flows etc. and identify opportunities and grow client relationships. To be alert on competitive elements in the target segments (viz. other banks etc.) & Augment the presence and penetration of the Kotak brand in the target market Maintain high caliber client service. Improve efficiency by monitoring & overseeing continuous improvement of processes Constantly have a rapport with the operating units to customize and develop solutions Job Requirements : Preferably MBA/ CA Experience: 2-3 years’ experience in the local market preferably some background in Credit & Sales Knowledge is required Ability to get the customer to buy into the asset proposition- loan amount, rate & fees. Strong oral and written Communication Relationship Management Skill Good influencing skills Drive enhancement of the deposit pool from existing and new customers. Ensure high standards of customer service delivery across all touchpoints. Promote and achieve cross-selling targets for non-deposit products. Lead sales initiatives for Mutual Funds and Insurance products. Generate fee-based income through strategic product offerings. Oversee branch administration and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Ensure full compliance with regulatory and internal guidelines. Foster a productive and motivated branch team environment. Take ownership of the branch’s Profit & Loss and break-even performance. Collaborate with internal stakeholders for product innovation and marketing initiatives. Experience Level Mid Level