Assistant Banking Manager

An opportunity has arisen within our Watford branch for an Assistant Banking Manager to join the team.
As Assistant Banking Manager; you will be responsible for the account administration of new and existing customers including significant direct customer contact, involvement with electronic banking, managing the inward account transfer process, dealing with customer payments etc.
You will work as part of the branch team to ensure the highest levels of customer service, as well as working together to achieve the goals on the Business Plan.
Preparation of facility letters and other account documentation
Completion of all documentary requirements for lending facilities following credit approval through to drawdown, including instructing and being the ongoing liaison with lawyers and valuers ensuring all conditions precedent /conditions of sanction are satisfied prior to draw down (you are a line of defence)
Ongoing and annual account reviews to ensure compliance with the Bank's documentation and other requirements
Account administration of new and existing customers including significant direct customer contact and providing excellent customer service
Liaison with internal departments and external counterparties to ensure the highest levels of customer service and Good Administrative Order are delivered
Support of marketing initiatives, assisting branch in building positive and long lasting relationships with local professionals
General office management and providing support to the Branch Manager regarding Health & Safety issues, Compliance, general administration, self-assessment etc.
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A strong team player, flexible, proactive and conscientious and bring a positive attitude. You will have full appreciation of the need to provide and be able to deliver an exceptional level of service to existing and potential customers
Previous experience in dealing with lending documentation/security and AML/KYC procedures for both personal and business customers/transactions would be advantageous. In order to successfully undertake this role, a high level of computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel) is essential. Training will be provided on additional internal IT systems
Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.
The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
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We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long term successful career with the Bank.
Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)
One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process – just let us know by email uk_talent@careers.