The Provident Bank has named Alexander Varone, of Toms River, NJ, banking center manager of its Freehold branch located at Route 9 North and Pond Road. In this position, Varone will lead and manage a team of sales and service professionals, as well as oversee daily branch operations.

Prior to joining The Provident Bank, Varone held several positions at TD Bank, most recently as store supervisor. Varone is a graduate of Rutgers University.

About The Provident Bank

The Provident Bank, (www.providentnj.com) a community-oriented bank offering “Commitment you can count on” since 1839, is the wholly owned subsidiary of Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS), which reported assets of $8.75 billion as of June 30, 2015. With $5.8 billion in deposits, The Provident Bank provides a comprehensive suite of financial products and services through its network of branches throughout northern and central New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. The Bank also provides fiduciary and wealth management services through its wholly owned subsidiary, Beacon Trust Company.