Retail Banking Customer Service Lead

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States HomeStreet Full time

Salary Range:
$34.90 (Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and location. Certain positions may qualify for bonuses, commissions, and/or equity awards.)

Benefits Overview:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families
Life insurance, disability coverage, and family leave
401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with employer matching
Wellness initiatives, employee assistance programs, "Commute Trip Reduction" (CTR), and various employee discounts
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, 11 holidays, and 16 hours of paid community service leave each year
Exclusive employee checking account and home loan discounts
*Eligibility applies to employees working 20 or more hours per week.
EO/AA Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with legal requirements.

Position Overview:

ROLE SUMMARY:

Acts as a key leader to support the branch manager in inspiring and guiding Customer Service Representative (CSR) personnel to engage in branch sales initiatives, deliver outstanding customer service, and maintain efficient branch operations.


In collaboration with the Branch Manager:

Responsible for scheduling, overseeing, and mentoring CSR staff, managing transaction operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Exemplifies superior sales and service capabilities while coaching the team to identify customer needs and recommend suitable banking products and services, including referrals to other departments.

May authorize exceptions for other branch locations. Addresses customer concerns. Actively collaborates with internal support teams.

Key Responsibilities:

LEADERSHIP FUNCTIONS :
Leadership Activities

Partners with the Branch Manager to mentor CSR staff for enhanced job performance, assists in performance evaluations, and establishes individual performance objectives.

Provides feedback on recruitment and termination processes.
Recognizes staff for outstanding customer service, sales achievements, and operational excellence.
Encourages staff engagement to foster professional growth.
Builds strong internal relationships with support teams, marketing, and other sales areas.
Delivers sales and service training tailored to branch needs and CSR development goals.
Collaborates with the Branch Manager to set team objectives and inspires staff to achieve success.
Facilitates presentations at staff meetings and may conduct external training sessions such as Financial Literacy Training and Bank at Work initiatives.
Sales Activities
Actively assesses new and existing clients, ensuring appropriate sales of banking deposit and lending products. Proactively initiates partner referrals based on client needs.
Works alongside the Branch Manager to motivate and guide CSR staff towards achieving production targets.
Assists the Branch Manager with sales strategies aimed at driving branch deposit growth.
Collaborates closely with the Branch Manager on business customer outreach and development, including external calls.
Branch Operations Activities
Schedules CSR staff to ensure adequate lobby coverage.
Works with CSR staff to guarantee effective lobby management and a positive customer experience.

Ensures CSR staff are updated on operational standards and procedures, conducts internal audits, and ensures compliance with policies.

Maintains branch security by training staff on security protocols. Ensures controls are upheld regarding keys, combinations, security signals, and cash limits.
Evaluates rejects/returns in line with guidelines set by Retail Leadership.
As necessary, assists customers with transaction activities and account services.
Oversees the assignment of ATM servicing and cash vault responsibilities, and may perform these duties.
May grant remote approvals to CSR staff at other branch locations.
Service Activities
Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service.
Mentors CSR staff to elevate customer service standards.
Actively listens to clients while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor. Resolves challenging situations with creativity, tact, and diplomacy while adhering to fiscal responsibilities.
Collaborates with the Branch Manager on customer retention strategies.
Participates in a minimum of two community engagement activities annually.
Works with the Branch Manager and Marketing team to identify annual sponsorship opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:


Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Senior CSR/New Accounts Representative or equivalent, with demonstrated leadership capabilities in a banking or retail operations context.

Preferred skills include professional staff development, performance management, training, and employee counseling.
Proven ability to lead and cultivate a team is preferred.
Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills. Proven sales techniques and sales management experience.
Technical proficiency in operating teller software, Word, Excel, and other banking-related applications.

Strong customer relations skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees and customers in a collaborative, positive manner.

Must be a self-motivated individual, reliable, and capable of working under pressure within deadlines.
Must exhibit sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Ability to work efficiently and accurately, analyze information, and make informed decisions.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Requires the ability to operate teller and office equipment including computers, adding machines, telephones, typewriters, copy machines, fax machines, electronic credit card authorization terminals, and security devices.

Requires occasional physical exertion of up to 10 pounds (1/3 of the time) and minimal force frequently (up to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move self or objects.

Frequent sitting (up to 1/2 of the time). Occasional walking, standing, bending, and reaching for brief periods.
This Position Description may evolve based on corporate needs, position demands, or individual performance in the future.
Area:
Customer Service (Sales)

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