Assistant Financial Center Manager/Sr. - Sun Valley-Vineland

Location Los Angeles, CA 90001   We've had a hand in helping build communities for over 100 years. We're listed on Fortune's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2006. It pays to work at WaMu. We've added even more benefits to our generous package.Learn more at wamu.com/careers Assistant Financial Center Manager/Sr. - Sun Valley-Vineland At WaMu, our core values inspire and guide our talented team as they help us write our extraordinary ongoing success story.  We believe that a diverse group of talented, committed individuals—working as a team—can make a real difference. We celebrate our successes, learn from our failures, and keep our egos in check. We also manage to keep a sense of humor along the way.  So if you’re ready for WaMu, read on! Assistant Financial Center Managers (AFCM) oversee sales, operations, and personnel administration for the Financial Center. Assist in ensuring that the Financial Center effectively delivers financial products and services to existing and new customers. Acts as the Financial Center Manager in absence of the manager.AFCM's work in a fast paced environment. An AFCM will function as a liaison among Financial Center personnel, head office, and operational support departments. This position ensures that operational integrity is not compromised. The AFCM will serve as a hands-on trainer for operational policy and procedures. Additionally, the AFCM will serve as an integral member of the sales team and is also a leader in sales; primarily loan related products and services. Directs and oversees floor management activities. Total compensation consists of a base salary component, as well as an incentive component.Ability to interact with all levels of management, employees, industry peers, and customers. Strong oral and written communication skills. Proven history of negotiation and influencing skills. Previous supervisory experience and proven ability to lead and develop a team. Lending experience that includes origination, processing, credit decision making, and delinquency collections. Proven sales techniques and sales management skills. Professional staff development, performance management, training, and employee counseling skills are essential. Previous financial industry experience would be beneficial. Proven ability to manage and supervise employees. Develop, review, and deliver reports on time. Must be able to work a flexible schedule Monday through Saturday.Washington Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace differences, welcome diversity, and value a culture of respect.