Job Description
The Licensed Relationship Manager is expected to be a customer experience champion and trusted financial professional. This position is to be the primary "asset" gatherer, retail investment sales leader, and relationship builder while assisting with special projects and working as part of a team. This position is responsible for assisting the Manager in all phases of office operation including opening, processing and maintaining customer accounts, cross-selling of Northwest products and services, overseeing the teller area and activities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education :
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Work Experience :
2 - 6 years Customer Service Experience preferred2 - 6 years Sales Experience with Investment and Insurance Products preferred2 - 6 years Administrative / Supervisory Experience preferred3 - 5 years Banking Experience with an Understanding of Consumer Lending preferredLicenses and Certifications :
FINRA SIE : Series 6 and 63 in good standing upon hire required (or pursued upon hire)Current applicable State Life and Health Insurance License upon hire required (or pursued upon hire)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Complete BAI and other required courseworkDemonstrate basic knowledge of products and servicesIdentify every client to manager, retain, and grow a portfolio of high retail clients to reach both retail branch and investment goalsEnsure compliance with Northwest Investment Services and broker / dealer policies and proceduresIdentify and convert service to sales opportunitiesEngage in relationship building discussion to uncover and anticipate clients' needs over the phone and in person to drive deposit growth and investment salesAsk existing clients and business partners for prospect referrals and developing COIsActively seek opportunities to provide outstanding client experience to every clientPromote referrals to the most appropriate branch team members and cross-functional business partners as appropriateGet to know clients, help them work toward their financial goals, and anticipate their financial needsOwn clients' service issues until they are resolved to the clients' satisfactionTransact client business accurately, timely, and with operational proficiencyResponsible for ensure that they are consistently provide the best customer experience possibleAssist Office Manager to ensure the customer experience within the office is consistently at a high levelProvide support to staff in meet customer expectationsProvide back up for the teller functionOpen new accounts and servicesIdentify and resolve customer issuesAssist with implement strategic business planConduct direct business calls / referrals on a regular basisMaintain community presence and involvementAssist with implementation of CRM initiativesCross-sell Northwest products and servicesAssist with the office workload and workflowAssist with the implementation of changes, improvements and new proceduresReview / monitor daily statistical reportsProactively seek coach to develop sales and service skillsManage teller workload / workflowSupervise vault operations and proceduresAttend educational / train seminars as neededAssist with recovery activityMaximize office securityCultivate relationships with corporate staff in WarrenReview / Monitor management reportsUnderstand all technologies including Teller, Platform, and Lend SystemsAttend / co-plan regular office meetsOversee and monitor cross-training of new and existing employeesAssist with completion of Audit CertificationAssist with scheduling of staffProvide assistance to the Retail Lend Collections Department of Region Management for mortgage collection and REO's as neededSupport corporate consumer collections efforts as requiredQuote loan / savings rates and termsMaintain security and compliance within the officeOriginate and process consumer loan requestsAssist in the mortgage loan process as requiredEnsure that they and the office staff are consistently providing the best customer experience possibleEnsure 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 equipmentKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisionsAbility to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience, whether oral or writtenAbility to actively listen to what others are saying to achieve understanding, sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and informationAbility to establish courses of action for self to accomplish specific goals, develop and use tracking systems for monitoring own work progress, and effectively use resources such as time and informationAbility to make right decisions based on perceptive and analytical processes, practicing good judgment in gray areasAbility to analyze financial and client dataAbility to interact positively with clientsKnowledge of Northwest products and services preferredNorthwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.