Universal Banker

M&T Bank•Vergennes, VT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Universal Banker specializes in the branch customer experience through sales, service, and digital engagement for Consumer and Business Banking customers. The role supports daily branch operations as a Teller and meets customer service and sales needs. The Universal Banker holds scheduled and walk-in customer appointments to identify needs and refers complex needs to the appropriate team member or partner. This position provides exceptional branch service, resolves customer problems promptly, and drives sales and customer experience. It interacts with appropriate Bank teams to resolve branch operational issues efficiently and accurately. The role may serve customers across a range of banking needs, including opening accounts, loan origination, problem resolution, video conferencing, and transaction processing. The jobholder is expected to demonstrate empathy, customer centricity, flexibility, adaptability, digital fluency, entrepreneurial spirit, and critical thinking in support of the Company’s culture and brand.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 1 year of proven retail sales, call center, customer service, or telesales experience.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact with a range of customers, from consumers to small businesses.
Ability to effectively handle difficult customer conversations.
Well-organized, with proven time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to work under critical time constraints in a team environment.
Proficiency with internet user-level technology.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Prolonged use of hands and fingers.
Ability to lift objects weighing 5 to 30 lbs.
Ability to read fine print.
Ability to interact with customers in an open, face-to-face work environment.
Meet and maintain registration requirements under the Federal SAFE Act.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability based on branch needs.
Proven referral and/or sales ability.

Responsibilities

Educate customers about Consumer and Business Banking solutions, explain their features and benefits, and recommend solutions based on identified needs.
Engage customers through different banking channels, encourage and support use of digital capabilities, and explain high-level criteria used to decide loan applications.
Complete servicing responsibilities for Consumer and Business Banking relationships and identify opportunities to address additional banking needs.
Follow the Bank’s sales process and provide simplified, customer-focused advice and guidance.
Proactively contact customers to support retention and expansion of Consumer and Business Banking relationships.
Meet customer service standards and deliver differentiated service by understanding customer needs and providing appropriate solutions.
Manage the branch lobby by greeting customers, identifying their needs, and taking ownership of resolving them.
Introduce appropriate banking partners when service interactions reveal an opportunity for a product solution.
Stay current with Consumer and Business Banking AML, BSA, and KYC processes and related activities; identify and escalate suspected fraud.
Resolve customer complaints and accurately log them in the appropriate system.
Review, approve, and help resolve Consumer and Business Banking customer overdrafts.
Accurately complete customer transactions and other branch operational activities, including documenting customer interactions and appointments in the appropriate system.
Follow applicable compliance and operational risk controls in accordance with Company and regulatory standards and policies.
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points and applicable issues raised by external regulators.
Meet and maintain registration requirements under the Federal SAFE Act.
Complete other related duties as assigned.