Small Business Banking Manager

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 Small Business Banking Manager is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing a team of Small Business Bankers and driving the growth of small business banking relationships across all markets. This role combines leadership, business development, and financial expertise to ensure the exceptional delivery of solutions to small business clients.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with the small business clients, understanding their needs and business goals.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, develop new business opportunities, develop and implement strategies to grow the client base, and achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Possess a deep understanding of the bank's products and services and provides expert advice to clients on financial solutions.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, addressing their needs and providing support.
• Manage a team of small business relationship bankers, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
• Understand and manage credit and other risks associated with the small business portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and bank policies.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Represent the bank externally, building relationships with community leaders, and other stakeholders.

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• 5-7 years of financial services experience.
• 7+ years of leading teams.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative, creativity and enthusiasm to develop sales strategy, prospects and client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple phases of the sales/service process, including but not limited to the dedication to utilizing CRM software. Previous experience of CRM. software to track and manage sales opportunities strongly preferred.
• Established interpersonal skills, and effective team-oriented communication skills.
• Passionate about serving clients to positively impact their financial wellness.
• Ability to manage the stressful nature of work and maintain professional composure, attitude, and behavior at all events.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Competitive compensation includes 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.

BASE PAY RANGE:

$85,000 - $125,000 annually depending upon experience. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

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.