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Senior Gold Appraiser - Gold Loan

AU Small Finance Bank

Functional Role : Gold Appraiser - Gold Loan Job Code : Qualification : Minimum Graduation Business Unit : Gold Loan Location : PAN India Department : Operations & Services Relevant Experience : Should have knowledge of Gold Valuation Functional Competencies:

  • Gold valuation techniques and knowledge of purity standards.
  • Manage and mentor CSOV at the branch.
  • Proficiency in basic banking transactions (cash, NEFT, RTGS, FT, loan disbursals).
  • Ability to handle customer queries and coordinate between departments for resolution.
  • Well-versed in English and local language; basic computer literacy.
  • Familiarity with CASA account handling, documentation, and discrepancy resolution.
  • Ability to maintain UV compliance and documentation standards. Behavioural Competencies:
  • Customer-focused with a strong sense of integrity.
  • Detail-oriented and committed to process accuracy.
  • Patient, calm, and solution-oriented under pressure.
  • Able to work collaboratively and supportively in team environments.
  • Professional demeanour and disciplined work ethic. Job Responsibilities: Financial Responsibilities:
  • Conduct accurate gold valuation as per defined quality and purity parameters.
  • Drive net gold loan portfolio growth through quality sourcing and renewals.
  • Assist in recovery of spurious/below 18 carat cases and coordinate NPA gold auctions.
  • Identify and close cross-sell opportunities (CASA, insurance, etc.) from walk-in customers.
  • Monitor overdue cases (DPD) and take follow-up action for recovery or resolution. Non-financial Responsibilities:
  • Process customer transactions including cash, gold loan, NEFT, RTGS, FT, etc.
  • Support BOSM in branch lobby management and queue handling during peak hours.
  • Maintain transaction accuracy, reduce discrepancies, and ensure TAT adherence.
  • Assist in empanelment of external gold valuers and coordination of valuation tasks.
  • Ensure proper documentation, UV compliance, and safe custody of pledged gold.
  • Provide back-up support to the Money Officer and other roles as needed.
  • Help in resolving customer service issues, queries, and service deliverables.
  • Participate in business promotion and marketing activities at the branch level.
  • Timely reporting of branch issues to concerned verticals and follow up as per matrix.
  • Submit gold loan documents to CPC post-audit, ensuring completeness and compliance.
  • Participate in training sessions and product/process refreshers for continuous learning Compliance and Risk Responsibilities:
  • Adhere to SOPs and internal/external audit norms in gold appraisal and disbursal.
  • Ensure KYC norms and documentation processes are followed without deviation.
  • Handle customer information securely and maintain data confidentiality.
  • Support risk teams in identifying fraudulent transactions or irregular gold cases.
  • Maintain proper records for inspection and ensure regulatory readiness. Additional Requirements:
  • Must be physically fit and comfortable handling customer-facing tasks throughout the day.
  • Familiarity with regional customer behaviour and language preferred.
  • Ability to handle gold safely, securely, and accurately under pressure.