Job Details

Chief Operating Officer – To $200K – Houston, TX

The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Lincolnshire, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves!

We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you.

The Position

Our bank client is seeking to fill a Chief Operating Officer role in the Houston, TX market. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing written, in-depth, credit analysis for commercial loans. The individual chosen will be responsible for inspiring and engaging staff with exceptional leadership skills.

This position offers a generous salary of up to $200K and a full benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Branch Operations and Operations Support Services functions within the Bank.
• Collaborate with internal departments to assess, plan, and manage the efficient utilization of financial products and services.
• Develop, monitor, and execute the organization's strategic business plan, ensuring alignment with the overall vision and objectives.
• Direct and monitor branch operations and support staff to ensure they meet and exceed organizational goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with management on customer/product profitability initiatives and rate stratification.
• Prepare reports of operations and participate in the planning and budgeting process.
• Collaborate with product development/enhancement initiatives.
• Develop branch financial and service delivery performance goals and objectives and monitor results.
• Oversee branch administration and operations and establish policies and procedures that drive efficient operations and regulatory compliance.
• Control and report branch losses and oversee branch regulatory compliance.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to support and develop managers and staff.
• Identify personnel needs within each branch and coordinate with HR for job openings, internal postings, and external ads as needed.
• Stay abreast of current trends affecting the financial services industry, having an overall knowledge of the bank, its policies and procedures, and continually expanding knowledge and developing skills.
• Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience.
• 10+ years of branch leadership experience in a financial institution.
• Fiserv experience is crucial to success.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial service industry products, operations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations as they apply to financial institutions.
• Competencies should include technical skills, communication proficiency, customer-focused presentation skills, business acumen, personal credibility, project management, leadership, and management skills.

The Symicor Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process.