Management Trainee

Who are we?

For over 160 years, C&N has been committed to creating value through lifelong relationships with our customers, communities, shareholders, and teammates. What sets us apart from other banks is our unwavering dedication to embodying our values of teamwork, excellence, respect, responsibility & accountability, integrity, and having fun in everything we do, daily.

From partnering closely with our customers and guiding them toward their life aspirations to supporting our local communities through our many initiatives, including “Giving Back, Giving Together,” to making the best decisions for the long-term interests of our shareholders, C&N is committed to being the only financial institution that our customers will ever need.

At the heart of what we do are our employees! C&N is a team of passionate, imaginative professionals dedicated to making a positive difference. We believe in fostering a culture where every employee thrives. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where your career aspirations are supported, and your talents are appreciated.

Who are you?

You’re motivated, adaptable, and ready to invest in your development as a future banking leader. At C&N, we’re seeking a Management Trainee to participate in a hands-on development program focused on building broad knowledge and experience within Branch Delivery.

In this role, you’ll learn the fundamentals of retail banking through practical experience in customer service, branch operations, relationship building, business development, and consumer lending. You’ll work alongside experienced leaders and teammates, take on new challenges, and develop the skills and knowledge needed to prepare for future opportunities within Branch Delivery. If you’re curious, driven to learn, and excited about building a career in banking leadership, this could be an exceptional opportunity to grow with C&N.

You will be responsible for:

1. Branch Operations: Gain hands-on experience with branch operations, policies, procedures, controls, and the day-to-day activities required to operate an efficient, safe, and customer-focused branch. The original Management Trainee program specifically includes an assigned branch operations rotation.   
2. Customer Relationships & Service: Develop the skills to understand customer needs, build and deepen relationships, deliver exceptional service, and connect customers with appropriate C&N products and solutions.
3. Business Development: Learn how C&N attracts new business, strengthens existing relationships, identifies sales and referral opportunities, and builds connections within the communities we serve. These are central responsibilities of the Community Office Manager role this development pathway supports.    
4. Consumer Lending: Build knowledge of consumer lending, including applications, documentation, credit information, regulatory requirements, sales, and customer follow-up.  
5. Leadership & Professional Development: Participate in structured training, on-the-job learning, mentoring, and developmental experiences designed to strengthen your banking knowledge, leadership capabilities, and readiness for future opportunities within Branch Delivery.

Requirements:

Education & Experience – You will need a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field AND one 2-4 years of previous related experience and/or training OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Travel Requirements – Extensive travel to assigned branch and department locations is required throughout the development program.

Skills – You should possess well-developed abilities and a proven track record in the following areas:

• Adaptability 
• Strong Communication
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Relationship Building
• Sales & Business Development
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Initiative
• Continuous Learning
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Organization & Time Management

Key Competencies – The combination of skills, behaviors, and attributes required to perform effectively in a role and achieve organizational goals include:

• Drives Results: Achieves goals despite challenges and motivates others to deliver strong outcomes.
• Ensures Accountability: Takes ownership, follows through on commitments, and holds self and others responsible for results.
• Customer Focus: Delivers tailored solutions, exceeds expectations, and builds strong customer relationships.
• Manages Complexity: Analyzes situations, gathers data, and evaluates options to solve complex problems effectively.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Builds positive relationships across levels, functions, and cultures with diplomacy and tact.

Why C&N?

At C&N, we’re more than just a team – we’re a community working together toward a shared mission: the success of our customers, teammates, shareholders, and communities.

• Achieve & Grow: Your success is our success. At C&N, you’ll grow alongside our customers as we work together to achieve meaningful goals.
• Learn & Develop: Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. You’ll learn from and with your teammates, fostering both personal and professional growth.
• Contribute & Be Rewarded: Your contributions make a difference, and we recognize your impact through competitive rewards and career advancement opportunities.
• Share & Celebrate: Together, we give back and celebrate the milestones that matter to our communities.

We’re proud of our award-winning workplace culture, recognized repeatedly with the NBRI Circle of Excellence Award. At C&N, we live our values every day, creating a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic environment where you can thrive.

Comprehensive Benefits for Your Success:

At C&N, we offer more than just a competitive salary – our robust benefits package is designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, personal, sick, family sick, and community service leave.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with pre-tax and ROTH contribution options and a safe harbor match, plus an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health & Wellness:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage, including employer-paid premium options for employee-only coverage.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care.
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Additional voluntary coverages to meet your unique needs.
• Career Development: Access to education and development programs and ongoing support for personal and professional growth.

With C&N, you can customize your benefits to fit your life while growing your career in a supportive and rewarding environment.