SVP, Retail Banking Leader

WHO ARE WE: Alerus is a commercial wealth bank and national retirement provider with one core purpose: helping clients achieve their financial goals. We are driven by a shared commitment to always do the right thing; leading with integrity and providing valued advice and guidance to our clients. We value the expertise and skillsets each team member provides and encourage collaboration, innovation, adaptability, and an entrepreneurial spirit at all levels of our company. By consistently seeking improvements and growth, we foster long-term relationships with clients and team members. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace by numerous industry and regional outlets.

CORE VALUES: Passion for Excellence :: Success is Never Final :: Do the Right Thing :: One Alerus

ABOUT THE ROLE:
The SVP, Retail Market Leader is responsible for leading, managing and growing the company’s retail banking division. This role will manage the Retail Banking , Mortgage and Small Business Banking teams.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Responsible for the oversight and management of all aspects of retail banking to ensure the maximization of revenue and sales production.
• Lead major change initiatives in support of the market’s strategies, clearly communicating and supporting the rationale for change and related performance expectations
• Responsible for developing and executing strategic plans for all Retail Banking branches
• Maintain a strong understanding of the Bank's policies, procedures, and services
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of the mortgage banking industry
• Promotes a culture of outstanding employee performance through ongoing engagement and talent development
• Consistently communicate the company vision and core values to ensure it is shared, understood and incorporated into team and individual goals and objectives
• Maintain expert knowledge of the competitive marketplace and industry trends in product offerings
• Represent Alerus in the community by being an active member of organizations and professional development groups

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or equivalent work experience
• 10 years of progressively responsible experience in Retail Banking, including at least 5 years in a role leading teams
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to change and adapt quickly while remaining focused on customers and executing business initiatives.
• Ability to lead, prioritize and execute on multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proven experience to recruit and build high performing teams.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Competitive compensation including base salary, bonus and/or incentive opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package providing a wide range of health and well-being benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; and 401(k) and ESOP for retirement savings.
• Generous paid time off programs such as flexible time off, company-paid holidays, parental and bereavement leave.
• Learning and development resources for personal and professional career development, and advancement opportunities.
• Access to financial experts for guidance, financial wellness tools, and discounts on Alerus products and services.
• Support for the communities we live in through paid volunteer time and a company donation match opportunity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is typically performed in an office setting. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office utilizing proper ergonomic safeguards when doing so. Additionally, the employee must occasionally lift or move supplies and materials up to 20 pounds.

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Alerus is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)