Relationship Banker

Bank of America; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented associate for an in-office role in Washington. You will engage clients, process cash transactions, and uncover financial needs to connect clients to bank solutions. The role requires strong communication, adaptability, and a customer-first mindset.

This position emphasizes compliance, top-quality service, and collaboration with banking teams to support local communities and clients across the region.

Qualifications

• Adaptability and a strong customer focus to deliver an excellent client experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with clients and teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new information and processes.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in the lobby to assist with transactions via self-service resources.
• Process cash transactions accurately and efficiently for clients.
• Develop deep conversations to understand financial goals and connect clients to suitable solutions.
• Build relationships with clients to meet financial needs and drive growth.
• Follow established processes and guidelines to ensure compliance and right-for-client outcomes.
• Help manage center traffic, appointments, and outreach to customers.

Skills

Adaptability

Client Focus

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree or business-relevant Associate’s Degree

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Job description

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Key Responsibilities

• Engaging clients in the lobby to educate and assist with conducting transactions through self-service resources, such as mobile banking, online banking, or ATM.
• Accurately and efficiently processing cash transactions for clients as needed.
• Having deep conversations with clients to gain in-depth knowledge of the financial and life priorities and connecting clients to solutions that meet the financial goals.

Responsibilities

• Executes the bank's risk culture and strives for operational excellence.
• Buils relationships with clients to meet financial needs.
• Follows established processes and guidelines in daily activities to do what is right for clients and the bank, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.
• Grows business knowledge and network by partnering with experts in small business, lending, and investments.
• Manages financial center traffic, appointments, and outbound calls effectively.
• Drives the client experience.
• Manages cash responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• Is an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and intense focus on results, acting in the best interest of the client.
• Collaborates effectively to get things done, building and nurturing strong relationships.
• Displays passion, commitment and drive to deliver an experience that improves our clients’ financial lives.
• Is confident in identifying solutions for new and existing clients based on their needs.
• Communicates effectively and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients.
• Has the ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platforms.
• Is confident in educating clients on how to conduct simple banking transactions through self-service technologies (for example, ATM, online banking, mobile banking).
• Applies strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to meet clients’ needs.
• Will follow established processes and guidelines in daily activities to do what is right for clients and the bank, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.
• Efficiently manages time and capacity.
• Focuses on results while acting in the best interest of the client.
• Must be able to work weekends and/or extended hours, which may include being scheduled at any financial center location within a reasonable distance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in financial services and knowledge of financial services industry, products and solutions.
• One year of demonstrated successful sales experience in a salary plus incentive environment with individual sales goals.
• Six months of cash handling experience.
• Bachelor's Degree or business-relevant Associate’s Degree such as business management, business administration or finance.

Skills

• Adaptability
• Business Acumen
• Customer and Client Focus
• Oral Communications
• Problem Solving
• Account Management
• Client Experience
• Branding
• Client Management
• Client Solutions
• Advisory Relationship Building
• Business Development Pipeline Management
• Prospecting
• Referral Identification
• Referral Management

Minimum Education Requirement

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40

Pay and Benefits Information

Pay range $25.00 - $26.77 hourly pay, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Predictable pay: This role is compensated with a base salary and is not incentive eligible.

Benefits: This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.

Locations

• US - WA - Bonney Lake - 19321 State Route 410 E - BONNEY LAKE BANKING CENTER (WA5109)
• US - WA - Milton - 628 Meridian E - EDGEWOOD MILTON BC (WA5116)

Pay Transparency: https://careers.bankofamerica.com/en-us/pay-transparency

Company Culture

• At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection.
• Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
• We’re devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
• We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees.
• Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference.

Partnering Locally: Learn about some of the ways Bank of America is making a difference in the communities we serve.

Global Impact: Learn about the six areas that guide Bank of America’s efforts to help make financial lives better for customers, clients, communities and our teammates.

Opportunity and Inclusion: Each employee brings unique skills, background and opinions. We see opportunity and inclusion as our platform for innovation and a key component in our success.

Our Values: Learn about our four values that represent what we believe.

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