Now Hiring - The Bank of Southside Virginia - Senior Branch Leader – Business Development Specialist in Dinwiddie, VA

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Company Overview The Bank of Southside Virginia is a locally owned, full-service community bank dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and fostering community growth. We pride ourselves on a progressive atmosphere and a strong commitment to the people we serve. Ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Apply now to become a vital part of our team at The Bank of Southside Virginia and help us grow together. Position Summary The Senior Branch Leader - Business Development Specialist is a seasoned retail banking leader responsible for driving branch growth, profitability, and community presence through strategic business development, relationship management, and leadership excellence. This role expands the bank's customer base across consumer and small business segments, strengthens partnerships, and mentors branch leaders and teams to deliver consistent performance and exceptional customer experience. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Relationship Growth * Cultivate new customer relationships in partnership with Business Development. * Officers and community partners. * Execute a proactive outreach strategy, including business development calls to new and existing customers. * Drive market growth in deposits and loans; maintain working expertise in consumer and small business lending. * Deepen existing relationships through consistent follow-up, needs discovery, and solution alignment. Community Leadership & Brand Presence * Serve as a visible ambassador for the bank by participating in approximately 40 hours of bank-sponsored community events annually. * Join and actively participate in a local community club/chamber; identify strategic partnership opportunities. * Support financial literacy and outreach initiatives; recommend sponsorship opportunities aligned to market needs. Leadership & Talent Development * Lead market execution aligned to organizational goals; coach and develop branch teams and subordinate branch leaders. * Support performance management, career development, and succession readiness; recommend promotions based on performance. * Assist with training and onboarding of new Branch Leaders, reinforcing consistent expectations and follow-through. Operational Excellence & Compliance * Ensure adherence to all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while maintaining strong service and sales discipline. * Maintain expert knowledge of bank products and services; build team capability to identify needs and recommend appropriate solutions. * Model sound risk management practices and escalate issues promptly and appropriately. Customer Experience Standards Successful leaders consistently model and reinforce the bank's Customer Experience Guiding Principles: * Make Banking Easy * Know Our Customers * Be Proactive (Not Pushy) * Follow Through Every Time * Invest in Relationships * Appreciate Our Customers What Success Looks Like * Consistent growth in new relationships, deposits, and loans within the market. * A strong community presence and active pipeline of referral and partnership opportunities. * High-performing teams supported by clear coaching, accountability, and a relationship-first approach. * Compliant execution with strong operational controls and positive audit outcomes. Qualifications Required * Demonstrated leadership success in retail banking, business development, and relationship management. * Proven ability to execute outbound calling/prospecting strategies and deliver measurable growth outcomes. * Strong working knowledge of consumer and small business lending fundamentals. * Commitment to community engagement and brand representation. * 3 years or Retail Banking in a management role. Preferred * Experience mentoring multi-level teams and coaching other leaders. * Established local network (business and community organizations) and track record of partnership development. Compensation & Benefits * Competitive Base Salary * Incentive/Bonus Eligibility: [dependent on performance] * Benefits Package: [Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Sick Time, Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K & IRA Match, Employer Funded Pension Plan, Profit Sharing, and more] Pay: From $65,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: In person