We are delighted to share with you the exciting, retained search we are conducting to recruit Torrington Savings Bank’s (“TSB” www.torringtonsavings.bank) new Senior Vice President of Consumer Banking.

In this newly created role, the SVP – Consumer Banking will report directly to the President & CEO and serve as an integral member of Executive Management. This is a high-visibility role for an entrepreneurial leader to build a progressive Consumer Banking business within a well-regarded community-focused financial institution.

Founded in 1868, the Bank’s mutual status allows this community-centric organization to share profits with customers through attractive rates for both savings accounts and loans. With almost $1 billion in assets, TSB has eight banking offices (Torrington (3), New Hartford, Goshen, Bristol, Burlington, and Falls Village), in addition to a Commercial Lending office and a Trust Department location in Torrington. 

Key priorities include:

• Serve as a value-added strategic member of Executive Management and champion of the Bank in the Community.
• Lead the Bank’s Consumer Banking Department, which consists of Retail Banking and Residential & Consumer Lending.
• Manage all aspects of Retail Banking, including sales, service, administration, compliance, and the Customer Care Center.
• Oversee all Residential & Consumer Lending production functions, including the origination, processing, underwriting, and closing processes.

The successful candidate will bring:

• Minimum of ten years in Retail Banking and/or Residential Lending Management (or equivalent).
• Track record of successfully leading, developing, and implementing sales and growth strategies/programs within a service environment.
• Proven ability to serve as a strategic partner and effective leader and manager.
• Experience with sales training, systems, and product development would be highly valued.
• Thorough understanding of real estate valuation, portfolio pricing, credit analysis, underwriting, documentation, and various loan structures preferred.
• Solid understanding of federal and state banking regulations and compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent). Master's degree or equivalent work preferred.