Associate Banker I - Freehold South (30)

TD Bank, N.A.; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

TD Bank, N.A. in Freehold, NJ seeks a friendly Teller/Client Associate to serve as the first point of contact for customers, delivering accurate, high‑touch service and guiding them to the right solutions.

You will handle daily banking transactions, promote digital tools, maintain risk/compliance standards, and use strong communication to build relationships with local clients while supporting a busy branch team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year demonstrated experience working with clients.
• Experience can include volunteering, education, or military service.
• Teller or cash-handling experience in a client-facing/financial institution preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Strong organization skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with concise, clear, and consistent messaging.
• Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within deadlines.
• Sound judgment in decision making and problem solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Notary License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrates the overall client experience by effectively managing client flow (in-person and phone).
• Serves as the hospitality ambassador for the branch, delivering a consistent, relationship-driven client experience.
• Creates personalized, client-first interactions that establish trust from the initial engagement.
• Balances client needs with policy adherence and risk awareness to ensure compliant outcomes.
• Educates clients on banking products, services, and digital capabilities to enhance convenience and financial wellbeing.
• Identifies opportunities to refer clients to specialists to achieve long-term goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work Location: Freehold, New Jersey, United States of America Hours: 30 Pay Details: $21.50 - $26.75 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Depth & Scope

• This role plays a vital role in bringing TD's human, relationship driven banking experience to life.
• This role is a trusted guide for our clients; delivering everyday banking with accuracy, confidence, and clarity while helping clients feel informed, supported, and empowered to achieve their financial goals while upholding TD's strong risk and regulatory standards.
• First point of contact for clients as they serve as the hospitality ambassador of the bank location, seamlessly guiding traffic flow while delivering a high touch client experience.
• Delivers accurate, efficient everyday banking transactions while deepening relationships by proactively identifying needs and opportunities that will help clients reach their financial goals and referring clients to appropriate partners to help achieve their financial objectives.
• Engages clients with professionalism with a focus on educating on appropriate products and self-serve solutions while using insights on recommending solutions for turning routine client transactions into meaningful moments.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic banking products and services to utilize insights, tools and resources to evaluate and recommend client solutions.
• Performs a broad range of client transactions and multi-step activities within established financial limits.
• Identifies and assesses client problems in straight forward situations using standard procedures and escalates non-standard issues internally; typically addressing routine requests requiring minimal discretion.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year demonstrated experience working with clients.
• Experience can include any of the following: volunteering, education, military experience
• Teller or cash-handling experience in a client facing/financial institution preferred.
• Ability to work during operating hours to include evenings, weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Ability to complete required job-related training upon hire.
• Strong organization skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to be concise, clear and consistent.
• Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within deadlines.
• Sound judgment in decision making and problem solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Notary License preferred.

Customer Accountabilities

Orchestrates the overall client experience by effectively managing client flow (in-person and phone), serving as the first point of contact for client inquiries, issue resolution, and referrals to appropriate partners Serves as a hospitality ambassador for the financial center, delivering consistent, relationship-driven client experiences aligned to TD’s service strategy Creates personalized, client-first interactions that establish trust from the initial engagement and strengthen ongoing relationships Balances client needs with sound judgment, policy adherence, and risk awareness to ensure compliant and responsible outcomes Proactively educates clients on banking products, services, and digital capabilities to enhance convenience, save time, and support financial wellbeing, while connecting them to specialists as needed to achieve long-term goals Advocates for clients by demonstrating empathy, integrity, and a long-term perspective in all interactions.

Shareholder Accountabilities

Maintains compliance when completing operational activities in accordance with company guidelines and regulations to minimize risk and protect the client Acts as a trusted first point of contact in safeguarding the integrity of the client relationship by operating within compliance of AML laws and regulatory requirements, by accurately verifying client identification, maintaining data integrity, and following established authentication and documentation standards Identifies potential discrepancies, material changes or risk indicators and escalates appropriately in accordance with policy and procedure Acts in accordance with TD's code of conduct and ethical standards in every decision Protects TD's clients, colleagues and the Bank - Do the right thing -own it, raise it, know it.

Employee/ Team Accountabilities

Completes required training and continuously strengthens risk and compliance knowledge Contributes to a positive work environment by aligning to TD Model, Brand and Culture by participating fully as a member of the team Takes accountability for outcomes and performance by participating in performance and development activities; proactively sharing insights, lessons learned, and best practices across the team Embraces different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences Models curiosity and seeks out different perspectives to foster a growth mindset Collaborates with team members in contributing to the success of the team and organization.

Physical Requirements

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100% Domestic Travel - Occasional International Travel - Never Performing sedentary work - Frequent Performing multiple tasks - Continuous Operating standard office equipment - Continuous Responding quickly to sounds - Continuous Sitting - Occasional Standing - Continuous Walking - Occasional Moving safely in confined spaces - Occasional Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) - Occasional Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) - Occasional Squatting - Occasional Bending - Occasional Kneeling - Occasional Crawling - Occasional Climbing - Occasional Reaching overhead - Occasional Reaching forward - Occasional Pushing - Occasional Pulling - Occasional Twisting - Occasional Concentrating for long periods of time - Continuous Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations - Continuous Reading, writing and comprehending instructions - Continuous Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing - Continuous.

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental wellbeing goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and wellbeing benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact. We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [e-mail]. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.

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In exchange for how our colleagues show up to help TD succeed, we are committed to delivering a colleague experience grounded in Impact, Growth and a Culture of Care. No matter where you work across TD, we empower you to make an impact at work and in your community, explore and grow your career and be part of our caring and inclusive culture.

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At TD, we’re committed to fostering an environment where all colleagues are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, experience equitable opportunities, and feel respected and supported. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and the communities in which we live and serve.

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