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Branch Operations Manager

National Bank of Pakistan

📍 Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan ⏰ Contract 🌐 On-site 💼 As per Bank's Policy

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About This Role

National Bank of Pakistan seeks Branch Operations Manager (OG-II / OG-I) for Aitemaad Islamic Banking division. Report to Regional Executive – Operations. Manage all branch operations, ensure internal controls, compliance, KYC/AML, audit management, customer service, ATM operations, security, cash management, and MIS reporting. Requires 4+ years banking with 2+ years core branch operations experience. Positions in Siah Dik, Chakswari, and Lahore.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be responsible for all branch operations ensuring efficient internal control measures and compliance mechanisms
  • Facilitate Branch Manager in achieving business KPIs and assist in annual budget development and compliance
  • Ensure compliance of Banking Laws, Regulations, instructions and SOP including Shariah Compliance in all tasks
  • Ensure opening and closing of branch operations on predefined bank timings and address customer queries/issues
  • Oversee branch administrative and operational staff and facilitate smooth workflow between departments
  • Supervise all data processing activities and ensure preparation of debit/credit vouchers for daily transactions
  • Supervise account opening process and ensure error-free, timely interbranch transaction execution
  • Ensure Regulatory, KYC/AML/Compliance regulations are strictly implemented during customer relationship establishment
  • Supervise daily compilation and preparation of Statement of affairs and periodic reports/statistics
  • Ensure no un-adjusted General Ledgers (GLs), no pending AML alerts, and no high-risk KYC cases in the branch
  • Ensure all audit observations are addressed and implement Corrective Action Plan (CAP) and Diarized Audit Findings
  • Maintain highest customer service standards to ensure zero complaint management within Turn Around Time (TAT)
  • Review and authorize requests for cancellation, lost/misplacement of remittance instruments
  • Assure collection of utility bills from customers and ensure fund transfers to hub branch
  • Facilitate locker operations to locker holders and ensure proper locker register recording
  • Ensure safe custody of Security & Financial documents and proper collateral management
  • Supervise all credit operations related functions performance (if applicable)
  • Ensure Branch Security Arrangements including guarding, Alarm system and CCTV functionality
  • Supervise development of periodic cash requirements and oversee daily cash issuance/receipt in Vault
  • Ensure timely opening/closing of computerized banking systems and start/end of Day processes
  • Coordinate with Regional Data Centre in case of problems during system processes/day
  • Ensure monthly reporting of all MIS related to branch operations
  • Maintain all files, registers/documentations and comprehensive records maintenance for daily operations
  • Assure that Branch ATMs (including offsite ATMs) are in order with functional CCTV and proper notice placement
  • Ensure cash feeding, cash balancing, alternate power supply availability and rolls in ATMs linked with Branch
  • Ensure fair treatment to customers and educate them about financial products and address concerns/complaints
  • Facilitate (wherever required) review/extra arrangements for visiting Customers, senior citizens, women, PWDs
  • Ensure office discipline, dress code and upkeep of branch premises including hygiene and asset safety
  • Ensure all processes are completed within specified TAT
  • Perform any other assignment as assigned by supervisor(s)

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum Graduation from a local or international university/college/institute recognized by HEC of Pakistan
  • Master's degree, Islamic Banking certification/degree or diploma preferred
  • Minimum 04 years of banking experience
  • 02 years in core branch operations (mandatory)
  • Sound knowledge of SBP Prudential Regulations (PRs) and Islamic banking products
  • Strong understanding of branch banking operations
  • Good leadership and branch management skills
  • Good business acumen and expertise in process efficiency
  • Good analytical and customer-handling skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with good interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in MS Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Local candidates and domicile holders of mentioned area given preference
  • Females encouraged to apply

Skills & Expertise

Branch Operations Management Islamic Banking Products SBP Prudential Regulations Internal Controls & Compliance KYC/AML Regulations Customer Service Management ATM Operations Audit Management Cash Management MIS Reporting

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation package as per Bank's Policy
  • Performance-based incentives and bonuses
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement and pension benefits
  • Professional development and training
  • Contractual employment for 3 years with possibility of renewal

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  3. 3 Upload your resume and cover letter
  4. 4 Review and submit your application
  5. 5 Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews

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