Bank Managers


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Bank Managers

Bank Managers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, financial managers:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Have a high level of contact with staff or customers.
  • Communicate by telephone, e-mail, letters, memos, and in person on a daily basis.
  • Often work as part of a team.
  • Are responsible for the work of others, especially branch managers who supervise the entire bank.
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  • Are often placed in conflict situations with customers or staff members. People may be angry or rude during these times.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Always work indoors.
  • May work in noisy environments.

Work Performance

  • Must be very exact in recording financial information. Errors could cost the company money.
  • Repeat the same physical and mental activities.
  • Make decisions on a daily basis that greatly impact clients, their coworkers, and employer's reputation.
  • May seek advice from others before acting, but usually act independently.
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  • Set most of their daily tasks and goals without consulting another first.
  • Work in a very competitive atmosphere where daily and weekly deadlines must be met.

Hours/Travel

  • May work long hours, often up to 50 to 60 hours per week.
  • May travel to attend conferences or meet customers. They may also visit other branches of their company.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.