Branch Manager

Closing on: May 8, 2026
  • Job Purpose:  To provide leadership and overall oversight in the execution of the set Branch targets as well as deliver exceptional branch business growth, customer service and profitability.
  • Reports to:  Manager Retail
  • Key Responsibilities:

Financial Growth, sales growth, business development and profitability

  • Formulate and implement sales plans for the branch aimed at increasing new business and share of wallet from existing clients.
  • To develop and manage a business growth strategy for the branch taking into account the growth potential, competitor activity and the existing customer base.
  • Collaborate and coordinate the development and implementation of sales initiatives with Service Delivery Managers, Asset Finance, Treasury, Corporate, Direct Sales Team, to maximize on cross-selling opportunities.
  • In conjunction with the Products Development team and other departments, conduct product review and product development through constant feedback from the market.
  • Harness existing and create new competencies in order to achieve competitive advantage.
  • Continuously conduct market intelligence to identify new markets, customer trends, new government directives and changes in policy by regulators.

Customer Service

  • Ensures service meets expected CBU standards and branch reports / returns are filed in time.
  • Develop a strong customer relationship management system aimed at customer retention and maximizing on every relationship.
  • Contribute to the branch business targets through strict TAT observance and high-level service delivery standards.
  • Coordinate branch initiatives aimed at gathering feedback from customers on service standards and advise business heads on improvements.

Operations Management and Compliance

  • Ensure that the Bank’s Policies and procedures are adhered to at all times when handling different products
  • Ensure branch performance reports are timely & accurate.
  • Ensure adherence all KYC & AML processes with regards to new business and proper documentation is in place.
  • Ensure compliance with operations risk requirements to avoid losses arising from operational lapses.
  • Ensure all relevant returns are submitted on timely basis.
  • Ensure all fees and commissions due to the bank are collected.
  • Ensure that the branch achieves a minimum ‘Satisfactory’ audit rating through prompt closure of all audit exceptions sighted.
  • Work with the Head Operations for all aspects of risk / controls including monitoring and evaluating audit and inspection reports and initiating issue closure actions where necessary.

Leadership

  • Develop a high performing and motivated team committed to achieving success.
  • Set performance objectives and measures of success for direct reports, providing regular feedback from staff appraisal processes.
  • Provide leadership to assigned team by constantly offer training and guidance on the business expectations.
  • To develop and maintain an open communication channel with immediate subordinates and support staff to foster teamwork and facilitate the change processes.
  • Support and drive training interventions to address performance/development gaps

6. Education.

  • A Bachelor’s degree
  • Professional qualification in Banking i.e. MBA as added advantage

7. Experience.

  • At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a Banking Industry

8. Skills and competencies.

  • Leadership
  • Selling skills
  • Interpersonal, relationship management and networking skills
  • Team player
  • Planning and organizational capabilities with attention to detail

Apply Now: people@peoplebrand.co.ug

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Kampala