Pola Balagopal
Banker
Dharmavaram
Summary
Accomplished Branch Manager with a proven track record at Axis Bank, enhancing customer satisfaction and exceeding sales targets through effective relationship building and strategic sales planning. Skilled in financial oversight and staff development, I've driven revenue growth and operational efficiency, achieving significant improvements in branch performance. Skilled Branch Manager with demonstrated success in coordinating team and financial activities. Friendly and adaptable professional with remarkable leadership and program management skills. Motivated Bank Manager passionate about providing excellent customer service and exceeding expectations. Talented professional well-versed in service marketing and credit offerings. Inspires staff loyalty through strong leadership and communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Branch Manager
Axis Bank
03.2019 - Current
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
- Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
- Ensured regulatory compliance through diligent adherence to industry standards, guidelines, and company policies.
- Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
- Coordinated marketing campaigns tailored towards target audience segments resulting in increased brand awareness within the local community.
- Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities and capitalize on potential growth areas within the community or region served.
- Utilized data-driven insights to make informed decisions regarding staffing levels during peak seasons thereby maintaining smooth functioning of branch operations.
- Championed process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency, improved service quality, or cost savings for the organization as a whole.
Branch Manager
ICICI Bank
05.2014 - 01.2019
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
- Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.
- Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities and capitalize on potential growth areas within the community or region served.
- Drove cross-selling efforts by collaborating with various departments within the organization to maximize revenues from existing clients.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials.
- Utilized data-driven insights to make informed decisions regarding staffing levels during peak seasons thereby maintaining smooth functioning of branch operations.
- Compiled database of loan applicants' credit histories, financial statements and other financial information.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Systems Analysis
GOVT DEGREE COLLEGE
ANANTPUR 04.2001 -
Skills
Customer Service
Timeline
Branch Manager
Axis Bank
03.2019 - Current
Branch Manager
ICICI Bank
05.2014 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Systems Analysis
GOVT DEGREE COLLEGE
04.2001 -
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