Client Advisor-1

UMB Bank; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UMB Bank is seeking a Client Advisor - Commercial Card to align with a geographic banking territory and collaborate with Account Executives and Card Sales Officers. You will act as the go-to expert for program administrators and company contacts, delivering an unparalleled customer experience through multiple channels.

You will handle complex inquiries, drive process improvements, and train clients on program tools and best practices while supporting program growth and strategic solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2 years of credit card program or financial services experience; OR 3–5 years in Client Relationship Management, Customer Service & Sales or related roles.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert and primary contact for Program Administrators and Company Contacts.
• Track client issues and resolutions and ensure follow-up.
• Proactively communicate status and set expectations with clients and partners.
• Provide training on program tools and best practices across channels.
• Identify process improvements and growth opportunities via root-cause analysis.
• Support program reviews with Account Executives and Card Sales Officers.

Skills

Relationship Management

Customer Service

Sales

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

UMB’s bottom line is directly impacted by the growth of our commercial loan portfolioand revenue generating lines of business in Treasury Management and Commercial Card.The team consists ofCommercial Relationship Managers, Treasury/Card Sales Officers, Account Executives, and Implementation Specialists.This team managesthe commercial payments relationships throughout its life –developing meaningful connections with management of companies, government and non-profits they serve. Always mindful of the changes in the company, its industry, etc., over time that might create a change in their financial service needs.

As a Client Advisor - Commercial Card you will align to a geographic banking territory and/or Account Executive (AE)/Card Sales Officer (CSO) in support of Tier 2 and Tier 3 Commercial Card Program Clients and Program Administrators. In this role, you deliver the Unparalleled Customer Experience through multiple contact channels including phone, email, and in person by working with the Commercial Banking Officer, Account Executive, Card Sales Officer, Program Administrator or Company Contact.

How you will spend you time:

• You will be a subject matter expert and point of contact for Program Administrators, Company Contacts and internal Business Partners to provide consultation, research, and solutions for complex card program inquiries, issues and escalations to appropriate resolution.
• You will track client issues & resolution, work with appropriate resources to ensure follow up and satisfaction of client or business partner.
• You will provide proactive communication with clients and internal business partners regarding all components of client experience and set proper expectations.
• You will provide training and education to clients and business partners on all program tools and best practices as needed through multiple communication channels including in person.
• You will participate in identification of process improvement and program growth opportunities through root cause analysis and program review.
• You will work with clients and internal resources to implement process improvements and develop strategic program solutions for clients.
• You will complete complex administrative requests such as creating card strategies, account modifications, expense management best practices, and other card program maintenance.
• You will work with AE/CSO to develop program reviews and delivery of periodic materials to assist in program growth and development including training, and best practice knowledge sharing.
• You will adapt and learn changes to systems tools, changes to programs, updates, and internal communications including compliance and policy and procedure changes as needed.
• You will complete special projects and any other duties as assigned.

We are excited to talk to you if you:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent relevant experience
• 2 years of credit card program or financial services experience;
• OR 3 5 years Client Relationship Management, Customer Service & Sales experience in a related field, Operations Technical Support experience, or equivalent education
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Are a strong team player
• Can own a process from end to end
• Drive for results in support of growing the business,
• Focus on the client
• Have complex problem solving skills and ability to translate client needs
• Proactive follow through on issues for resolution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify and solve routine technical and end user system tools issues
• Ability to effectively manage multiple requests, concerns and problems in a professional manner requiring significant attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with multiple levels of leadership and lines of business effectively and professionally

This position was posted on 10/20/2026. The application deadline for this position is 45 days from the posting date unless filled earlier.

Compensation Range:

$51,291 - $75,460

UMB offers competitive and varied benefits to eligible associates, such as Paid Time Off; a 401(k) matching program; annual incentive pay; paid holidays; a comprehensive company sponsored benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage; health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts; adoption assistance; an employee assistance program; fitness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement; an associate wellbeing program; an associate emergency fund; and various associate banking benefits. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements vary.

Are you ready to be part of something more?

You're more than a means to an end—a way to help us meet the bottom line. UMB isn't comprised of workers, but of people who care about their work, one another, and their community. Expect more than the status quo. At UMB, you can expect more heart. You'll be valued for exactly who you are and encouraged to support causes you care about. Expect more trust. We want you to do the right thing, no matter what. And, expect more opportunities. UMBers are known for having multiple careers here and having their voices heard.

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