Universal Banker

Hancock Whitney; Beaumont (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney Corp. in Beaumont, CA seeks a client-focused banking professional to build and retain client relationships, conduct proactive outreach, and provide consultative guidance on financial products.

You will educate clients on digital banking, process routine transactions, support branch growth, adhere to risk and compliance standards, and participate in community outreach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ year of sales, client service, or retail experience required; banking experience preferred.
• NMLS registration under the SAFE Act required; background check.
• Ability to build and expand client relationships.
• Proficiency navigating multiple banking systems and digital tools.
• Cash handling and customer service experience in retail/financial services.

Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and retain client relationships through outreach and consultative conversations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, matching financial products and services to meet their goals.
• Educate clients on self-service and digital banking solutions to ensure 24/7 account access.
• Process routine financial center transactions (deposits, withdrawals, loan payments).
• Manage lobby activity and ensure a positive client experience.
• Refer clients to internal partners for specialized needs (mortgage, business banking, investments).
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline to achieve goals and branch growth.
• Uphold risk management, compliance, and security standards.
• Participate in community outreach and business development activities.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and potential risk indicators.

Skills

Sales skills

Client relationship building

Digital banking guidance

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Banking systems

Digital tools

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, manage, and retain client relationships by conducting proactive outreach, needs assessments, and consultative sales conversations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, matching financial products and services to meet their goals.
• Proactively educate clients on self-service and digital banking solutions (mobile, online, ATMs, and emerging technologies) to ensure 24/7 account access.
• Process routine financial center transactions accurately and efficiently, including deposits, withdrawals, and loan payments.
• Manage lobby activity by greeting and directing clients, monitoring risk, and ensuring a positive client experience.
• Identify and refer clients to internal partners (mortgage, business banking, investments) for specialized financial needs.
• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline to achieve assigned goals and contribute to branch growth.
• Uphold all risk management, compliance, and security standards, maintaining operational and financial soundness.
• Participate in community outreach and business development activities to expand the client base.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings, client behavior, and potential risk indicators to ensure a safe environment.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1+ year of sales, client service, or retail experience required; prior banking experience preferred
• Will also consider a Bachelor’s degree plus cash handling and customer service experience in retail/financial services
• Demonstrated ability to build and expand client relationships
• Proficiency navigating multiple banking systems and digital tools
• NMLS registration under the SAFE Act of 2008 required; employment contingent upon successful registration and background check.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work Financial Center hours, including weekends and evenings, and to travel as required.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
• Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 50 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an "undue hardship" then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.