Relationship Banker

Northwest-Bank; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Bank in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Relationship Banker to deliver exceptional customer experiences and build lasting financial relationships. You will guide customers through accounts, explain products, and collaborate with partners to meet growth and wellness goals.

As a frontline representative, you will maintain a welcoming environment, listen to customer needs, and use banking tools to complete transactions accurately and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Experience in customer service, retail, or sales
• Strong ability to build relationships and listen to customer needs
• Ability to explain financial options clearly and accurately

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted point of connection in the financial center and deliver seamless customer experiences.
• Partner with teammates to maintain a welcoming, customer-ready environment.
• Ask purposeful questions to uncover financial goals and guide customers to suitable solutions.
• Guide customers through account selection and opening with accuracy and efficiency.
• Meet performance goals related to customer experience, growth, and financial wellness.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Relationship building

Networking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Financial acumen

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Banking systems & tools

Job description

OH0568 Columbus - Bethel RoadJob DescriptionAt Northwest Bank, we invest in people who want to grow fast, learn continuously, and make a real impact. Whether you're early in your career or ready for a new challenge, this role is a powerful next step into banking, finance, and customer experience.You're the face of Northwest. As a Relationship Banker, you bring the customer experience to life, creating meaningful connections in every interaction and financial conversation. You'll combine financial expertise with a people-first approach to create empowering experiences, making banking feel easy, personal, and worth coming back to.Essential FunctionsBe a trusted point of connection in the financial center, creating seamless customer experiences.Partner with teammates to maintain a welcoming, customer-ready environment.Ask purposeful questions and listen deeply to uncover meaningful financial goals.Provide guidance that helps customers make informed financial decisions.Guide customers through account selection and opening with accuracy and efficiency.Recommend products and services that support customers' financial goals.Complete transactions with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.Deepen relationships through proactive follow-up, reliability, and personalized service.Build new relationships through community involvement, referrals, and networking opportunities.Manage and grow customer relationships through proactive outreach and ongoing financial conversations.Connect customers with Mortgage, Business Banking, Wealth, and other specialized partners.Meet performance goals related to customer experience, growth, and financial wellness.Maintain operational soundness by following policies, procedures, and risk management practices.Perform other duties as assigned to support financial center operations.Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulationsNavigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiencyWork as part of a teamWork with on-site equipmentQualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferredCustomer service, retail, or sales experience preferredCustomer experience & relationship building – delivering a people-first experience that puts customer needs first,Consultative selling – uncovering needs and connecting customers to the right solutions,Financial acumen – understanding customer needs and aligning solutions to support financial goals,Communication & active listening – building trust through clear, meaningful conversations,Relationship management – strengthening customer relationships through proactive engagement and follow-up,Business development & networking – building relationships through referrals, community involvement, and outreach,Ownership & initiative – taking action and following through to support the customer experience,Attention to detail – ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence,Problem solving – resolving customer needs with confidence, ownership, and care,System confidence – effectively navigating banking systems and tools,Collaboration – partnering with teammates and specialists to deliver seamless customer experiences#LI-MM1Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.