Branch Manager - Financial Services

Are you an experienced people-focused leader with strong commercial awareness and a proven ability to drive sales performance? We are seeking a Branch Manager - Financial Services to oversee and develop a high-performing Sales Office team in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. This is a full-time, permanent role offering long-term career potential within a respected organisation in the financial services sector.

Organisation

Our client is a long-established and trusted name in the Irish financial services sector, serving both personal and business customers. With a strong regional presence and a customer-first culture, they are now seeking a Branch Manager to lead their Newcastle West team and drive growth in a key location.

Key Responsibilities

As Branch Manager, you will lead the Sales Office, manage performance, drive revenue growth, and ensure exceptional service delivery. You will coach and develop your team, manage targets, and contribute to regional business success. In this role, you will:

Sales & Business Growth

• Manage all aspects of the Sales Office to achieve targets and meet annual business plans.
• Grow revenue through direct selling, account management, and developing new business in commercial and Agri-sectors.
• Build strong customer relationships, improve conversion rates, and ensure high-quality business.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor Sales Executives, Sales Advisors, and support staff.
• Set targets, review performance, and identify training needs.
• Manage performance, absenteeism, and staff resourcing where required.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with company procedures and customer-focused standards.
• Oversee prospecting, lead generation, renewals, referrals, and overall sales pipeline management.
• Report on branch performance and support regional targets and initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all products, compliance requirements, and customer complaint processes.
• Develop local relationships with key groups and community partners.

Requirements

• Relevant degree and CIP qualification.
• Experience within the Financial industry (insurances, pension etc).
• Proven track record in sales, relationship management, performance management and leading teams.
• In-depth understanding of sales processes.
• Knowledge of policy admin systems, Microsoft Office, and digital tools.
• Full clean driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE).
• Lucrative Bonus & Benefits package.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Car allowance.
• Opportunities for long-term career development.
• Supportive and professional team environment.

Interested?

If you are a motivated leader with a passion for sales, service, and team development, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Kimberly de Ruiter on 086 467 2393 or email your CV to [email protected].