Branch Banking Advisor: Sales, Service & Digital

M&T Bank; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Branch Teller to deliver exceptional customer service while processing transactions and promoting banking solutions. You will engage customers, educate them on features, and refer product opportunities to the branch team to help meet financial goals.

This role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with bank procedures, and the ability to handle daily cash operations in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering a differentiated, digital-friendly banking

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year proven retail sales, call center, customer service, or telesales experience
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact with varying customers (consumer to small business)
• Ability to handle difficult customer conversations
• Well-organized
• Proven time management skills
• Proven prioritization skills
• Ability to work under critical time constraints in a team environment
• Proficiency with internet user-level technology

Responsibilities

• Educate customers and explain features and benefits of Consumer and Business Banking solutions; make recommendations based on the customer’s identified needs
• Engage customers in a variety of ways to bank with us and provide solutions to meet their needs, encouraging and supporting the use of digital capabilities in customer interactions
• Explain the high-level criteria used to decision loan applications
• Complete servicing-related responsibilities specific to Consumer and Business Banking customer relationships and lead with inquiries to identify opportunities to solve for other banking needs
• Follow the Bank’s sales process and provide simplified, customer-focused advice and guidance
• Proactively reach out to customers to contribute to the retention and expansion of all Consumer and Business Banking relationships
• Adhere to established customer service standards and provide a differentiated experience by understanding customer needs and delivering solutions in moments that matter most to them
• Actively engage in lobby management, meeting and greeting customers and proactively inquiring and taking ownership to solve their banking needs
• Introduce appropriate banking partner when servicing needs present an opportunity for a product solution
• Assist and stay current with the Consumer and Business Banking AML, BSA and KYC processes and related activities. Identify and elevate cases of suspected fraud
• Resolve and accurately log all customer complaints in the appropriate system
• Review, approve and help resolve Consumer and Business Banking customer overdrafts
• Accurately complete customer transactions
• Complete related operational activities required by assigned branch, including documenting interactions and appointments with customers using the appropriate system
• Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable
• Responsible for meeting and maintaining registration requirements under the Federal SAFE Act
• Complete other related duties as assigned
• The position is responsible for providing exceptional service to branch customers and resolving customer problems in a timely manner. The position is a key driver of sales and the customer experience within the branch. The position is responsible for interacting with appropriate areas within the Bank to ensure branch-related operational issues are resolved efficiently and accurately. It is important for the jobholder to exemplify empathy, customer centricity, flexibility and adaptability, digital fluency, entrepreneurial spirit and critical thinking in support of the Company’s culture and brand
• The position may involve adaptable service of various banking needs including new account openings or loan origination, problem resolution, video conferencing and processing of transactions

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Digital literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Internet basics

Job description

M&T Bank in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Branch Teller to deliver exceptional customer service while processing transactions and promoting banking solutions. You will engage customers, educate them on features, and refer product opportunities to the branch team to help meet financial goals.

This role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with bank procedures, and the ability to handle daily cash operations in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering a differentiated, digital-friendly banking