Associate Banker

East West Bank; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

East West Bank is seeking an Associate Banker in Cerritos, CA to deliver high-touch relationship banking. You will assist customers with daily financial needs, promote appropriate products, and connect clients with wealth, mortgage, and corporate experts as needed.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, accuracy, and the ability to use digital resources to enhance the client experience. Weekend availability and banking familiarity are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
• 1 year of recent customer service and cash handling experience.
• 1 year teller / new account experience in a banking institution preferred.
• Ability to learn products, services, and procedures quickly and accurately.
• Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills; assist customers with financial transactions.
• Document deposits over Currency Transaction Reports and identify fraud.
• Ensure transactions comply with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain relationships with existing customers and cultivate new ones.
• Cross-sell bank products that fit customer needs; promote digital banking tools.
• Educate clients on online banking, mobile app, and self-service portals.
• Learn and adapt to new processes and technology platforms quickly.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Banking knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

GED or high school diploma required

Job description

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.

Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Overview

Being the next generation Associate Banker at East West Bank means you are part of a world-class team that focuses on delivering a high quality, high-touch, and high-tech relationship banking experience across all customer touchpoints.

As an Associate Banker, you will play a key role in

• helping customers with their day-to-day financial needs
• recommend the right product that fit customer’s need
• connecting customers to Subject Matter Experts in Wealth Management, Mortgage and Commercial teams for their specialized financial needs
• introducing the bank’s latest technology products to meet our customers’ expanding needs

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills; assist customers with financial transactions such as cash withdrawals, deposits, transfers, loan/credit card payments, wire transfers and foreign currency exchange
• Document large deposit over Currency Transaction Reports
• Identify fraudulent activity to prevent potential loss to the bank
• Ensure financial transactions are completed accurately and efficiently, while complying with all policies, procedures, and regulatory and banking requirements
• Maintain strong relationships with existing customers and cultivate new customer relationships
• Cross sell and refer bank products such as (depository products, wealth management, mortgage) that fit customers’ needs
• Have strong knowledge in using digital resources and technologies to optimize clients’ digital banking experience
• Is confident in educating clients on conducting banking transactions online, via mobile app and self-service portals
• Demonstrate the ability to learn and adapt to new processes and technology platforms quickly
• May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; Bachelor’s degree highly preferred
• 1 year of recent customer service and cash handling experience
• 1 year of previous teller / new account experience in a banking institution preferred
• Ability to learn products, services, and procedures quickly and accurately
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong attention to details and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Flexibility to work on weekends when needed

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $20.00/Hr. - USD $21.50/Hr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.