About the Role
We are looking for our next leader to join us in one of the following locations: Sale, Leongatha or Warragul Branches.
We are looking for someone:
* With ambition to learn and grow further by taking the next step in your career.
* In a similar role; looking for an organisation with purpose, a deeper connection with the team and clients.
* Residing in the Sale, Leongatha or Warragul areas and well connected in the community, or willing to relocate for the right opportunity.
As the Area Manager, you will be responsible for leading the branches, made up of Rural Managers and support staff (Rural Officers and Analysts) to achieve business performance and customer satisfaction through effective and appropriate delivery of products and services.
You will achieve this by:
* Having a sound understanding of the competitive environment in the market.
* Proactively engaging with clients, prospects, and other relevant stakeholders.
* Meeting the strategic objectives of not only the Branch but also the Region and Country Banking Australia.
* Foster an environment of continuous improvement.
* Engaging with our external clients and translating their story into tangible business and strategic insights.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a unique business culture and help local farmers maintain and grow their business whilst they set themselves up for future succession.
What We Are Looking For
* Strong experience as an Account Manager or similar.
* Knowledge of the Food and Agribusiness industry.
* Demonstrated leadership, coaching and management skills.
* Good organisational and communication skills.
* Credit analysis skills.
What we're proud to offer you: A competitive remuneration package, including a fully maintained vehicle, will be offered for the successful candidate. If moving for this opportunity, a relocation allowance and support to assist you get settled into your new home could be available.
Wellbeing leave. These 2 extra leave days support greater work/life balance and is just another way we are helping our employees to lead happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.
Education Assistance Program. Rabobank values the development of its people and has a great Education Assistance Program to assist with professional development.
Parental Leave that supports you and your family while giving you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy this special time (Primary carer up-to 14 weeks paid leave).
Bonus and Additional Leave. We realise sometimes 4 weeks Annual Leave isn't enough! At Rabobank we provide an incentive for eligible employees to receive 1 extra week Annual Leave and an option to purchase another 2 weeks Annual Leave.
Extra Insurance. Rabobank recognises that employees need to protect their financial wellbeing, in the event of serious illness, injury, or even death. Rabobank provides eligible permanent employees with employer-funded Death, TPD and Income Protection Insurance.
Rabo Workplace Giving program. As part of Rabobank's global Corporate Social Responsibility, Workplace Giving aims to encourage employees to contribute to our community. Rabo Workplace Giving program matches employee donations to selected Social Partners.
Our Values. Rabobank Australia values inclusion, belonging, and positive experiences for all. Our work environment, our benefits, and the way we live our values, "Client Driven", "Responsible", "Professional" and "Cooperative" make it a great place to work. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Please let our Talent Acquisition team know if you need any accommodations to make our opportunities more accessible to you.
Rabobank is not accepting submissions from recruitment agencies for this role.
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