What does a Relationship Banker do?
A relationship banker, also known as a personal banker, is the liaison between the customer and the financial institution, building and maintaining that relationship and offering advice on everything from personal and business accounts to investments, loans and trust management services. As a relationship banker, you will have broad knowledge of the products and services offered by the bank as well as the needs and financial goals of your clients, helping them optimize and manage their accounts.
As the main point of contact for your clients at the branch location, you will need to bring your superior written and verbal communication skills to the table each and every day, along with a strong grasp of numbers and finance, a passion for customer service and a professional, friendly demeanor. A minimum of a high school diploma with prior banking experience, or an associate or bachelor's degree is required for all applicants.
- 1. Reach out to prospective retail banking customers and establish business relationships.
- 2. Greet customers when they enter the branch and establish a professional, friendly rapport.
- 3. Evaluate customers' financial needs, provide banking solutions and refer them to the appropriate branch officers as needed.
- 4. Create new checking, savings and other deposit accounts for clients.
- 5. Clearly explain product and service benefits, requirements and restrictions, changes and other related product information to clients and bank employees.
- 6. Manage customer accounts, including opening and closing accounts and overseeing transactions.
- 7. Provide ongoing banking relationship services with existing clients.
- 8. Ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues with banking products or services.
- 2. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- 3. Personal computer and data entry experience
- 4. The ability to maintain a professional, courteous demeanor even under high-pressure circumstances
- 5. Knowledge of banking software and terminology
- 6. Knowledge of banking rules and regulations
- 7. Strong math and critical thinking skills
- 8. Ability to process customer requests, identify problems and provide solutions
- 9. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- 10. Prior personal banking experience or experience in sales and customer service is a plus.
Relationship Banker Salaries near India
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Relationship Banker Career Path
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Relationship Banker Insights
M&T Bank“I worked at the bank for 16 years I met lots of great people along the way.”
First United Bank & Trust“Pushed me $3.00/HR under the starting pay for an RBI when I promoted and pretended like it was a good salary.”
Citizens“I had a part time teller who would cover full time for other peoples vacations not receive a raise for 2 years straight.”
Cathay General Bancorp“Coworkers are very nice and enjoyable to work with.”
Bank of America“Great hours and holidays.”
BMO Financial Group“The best manager I worked with is running the entire district to keep motivation and sales high.”
Regions Financial“She did an amazing job at training me and really help me build my career from the ground up.”
JPMorgan Chase & Co“I thoroughly enjoyed the intentional progression model they adhere to for you and your career.”
Frequently asked questions about the role and responsibilities of a Relationship Banker
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