Personal Banker

Kearny Bank; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kearny Bank is seeking a Personal Banker in Basking Ridge, NJ to deliver exceptional service and manage the full client experience. You will process transactions, identify client needs, and refer appropriate banking solutions to help clients achieve their goals.

This full-time on-site role emphasizes building lasting client relationships, maintaining compliance, and delivering accurate service with a focus on operational excellence at the branch.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of cash handling experience required.
• Prior client service experience or a strong desire to work in the service industry preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive and collaborative attitude in all situations.

Responsibilities

• Process a variety of routine and complex transactions such as account openings and closings, deposits, withdrawals, loan payments and transfers in accordance with the Bank's policies and procedures.
• Assist in retaining and growing existing client relationships by understanding client needs and introducing relevant financial solutions.
• Actively participate in ongoing training and regular meetings and demonstrate a willingness to be cross trained to perform duties necessary to assist clients.
• Assist with the daily operations of the branch including reporting, audits, ATMs, coin machines, main cash vault, etc. Prepare cash shipments, order cash/coin as needed, and receive and process cash shipments.
• Ensure daily operational integrity and excellence.
• Maintain current knowledge of Bank policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational soundness.
• Ensure the branch adheres to regulatory compliance requirements such as Anti Money Laundering ("AML") and Countering the Financing of Terrorism ("CFT").
• Builds client loyalty through courteous, professional service according to the Bank's established service standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the Bank's products and services to engage clients in consultative discussions and recommend solutions aligned with their financial needs.
• Identify client needs and refer appropriate products and services while executing a smooth transition across functions.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Personal Banker

Job ID: 2026-3216

Openings: 1

Type: Full-Time

Category: Retail Banking

Job Locations

US-NJ-Basking Ridge

Overview

The Personal Banker is responsible for delivering exceptional service to both existing and prospective clients. This role manages the full client experience by identifying and addressing service needs, executing transactions accurately, and building strong client relationships.

The Personal Banker proactively identifies retention and growth opportunities through meaningful client interactions and need-based conversations. This includes recommending and referring appropriate bank products and services aligned with client goals. Additionally, the role ensures all service transactions are handled effectively while maintaining a high standard of client care and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Process a variety of routine and complex transactions such as account openings and closings, deposits, withdrawals, loan payments and transfers in accordance with the Bank's policies and procedures.
• Assist in retaining and growing existing client relationships by understanding client needs and introducing relevant financial solutions.
• Actively participate in ongoing training and regular meetings and demonstrate a willingness to be cross trained to perform duties necessary to assist clients.
• Assist with the daily operations of the branch including reporting, audits, ATMs, coin machines, main cash vault, etc. Prepare cash shipments, order cash/coin as needed, and receive and process cash shipments.
• Ensure daily operational integrity and excellence.
• Maintain current knowledge of Bank policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational soundness.
• Ensure the branch adheres to regulatory compliance requirements such as Anti Money Laundering ("AML") and Countering the Financing of Terrorism ("CFT").
• Builds client loyalty through courteous, professional service according to the Bank's established service standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the Bank's products and services to engage clients in consultative discussions and recommend solutions aligned with their financial needs.
• Identify client needs and refer appropriate products and services while executing a smooth transition across functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of cash handling experience required.
• Prior client service experience or a strong desire to work in the service industry preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive and collaborative attitude in all situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is fully on-site and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of every job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Perform routine and typical tasks of an office such as typing, taking notes, reading/reviewing, computer work, filing, copying, answering phones, etc. that may require employees to view, stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch and lift. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Position requires flexibility and willingness to occasionally travel to other locations/ branches, as well as being physically present at an assigned location, generally during normal business hours but include evenings and Saturday s.

The successful candidate will be required to prove on the first day of work that they are legally authorized to work in the U.S. The Bank will not sponsor a candidate for a visa or for work authorization.

COMPENSATION

$21.00-$25.00/hr