Customer Service Representative

Company: Israel Discount Bank of New York
Location: New York
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Company Description

For more than 70 years, IDB Bank has made it our mission to be the best bank for our clients by putting their needs first, and the success we've enjoyed fundamentally comes down to our people. Here at IDB, you'll work side by side with some of the most talented professionals in the industry who share a strong sense of teamwork and a passion for providing exceptional service down to the smallest detail. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off and the ability to participate in our medical coverage and 401(k) plan on your very first day with us. We are also committed to diversity and inclusion, and to providing all of our team members with an equal opportunity to succeed and make meaningful contributions within a work environment that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.

Job Description

Responsible for assisting Commercial Banking teams with the handling of all service related matters for their clients including operations, account opening and maintenance, cash management, and loan servicing.

* Takes full ownership of customer inquiries to help support the retention and further growth of our firm by supporting direct Manager, Commercial Banking and Banking teams with the daily processing of customer information and requests.
* Effectively manages and utilizes case management tools (including dashboards) to prioritize tasks, monitor progress to meet service level agreements.
* Establishes robust partnerships and open communication with the business, operations, and internal banking teams to effectively liaise, manage workload and help provide a white glove experience for our internal and external clients.
* Assists in the review of daily reports, temporary overdrafts, and funds transfer requests including fee modifications and waivers.
* Responsible to collect documents and liaise with clients and internal teams for the account opening process and associated tasks related to KYC.
* Performs client call backs to authenticate and verify client requests related to client transactions, account maintenance and loan servicing.
* Coordinates and manages manual wire and internal transfer requests.
* Responsible to multi-task by assisting clients/internal partners via various methods of communication (e.g. online application, phone, chat, in-person, email etc.)
* Utilizes problem-solving skills, sound judgement, creativity, and experience to analyze information to successfully resolve tasks and issues.
* Effectively handles the timing of communication and response to processing requests, providing instructions, scheduled training, bank projects, voicemails and emails for both internal partners and external clients to help contribute to our high-touch brand.
* Self-Starter that consistently approaches their work assignments with integrity, accountability, and consideration of the client and banks reputational risk which includes following compliance guidelines and company policies with a high level of care.
* Team player that participates in internal activities, testing and initiatives aimed at enhancing client experience, data integrity, optimizing workflows, case management processes etc.
* May include light backup assistance for teller function in some locations
* Participates and collaborates in banking projects.

Qualifications

* 1-3 years of experience in financial industry or transferrable skills
* Passion for providing white glove customer service.
* Desire to be part of a team that strives to improve in how we process, deliver and service our clients, actively collaborates to get the job done, and contributes to a work culture that is harmonious.
* Self-starter with the ability to multi-task/prioritize workload to ensure timely, efficient and accurate execution.
* Bachelor Degree or transferrable experience for position.
* Excellent interpersonal and communications skills both written and oral.

Compensation:

The expected annual salary for this position is between $65,000 - $75,000 at the start of employment. A salary offer is determined on an individualized basis, taking into consideration factors such as an individual's skills and experience. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package also includes eligibility for an annual bonus, medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, employee wellness program, retirement and savings plans with employer contributions, generous holiday and paid time off schedules, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

The Bank will make reasonable accommodations to the following employees to allow them to perform the essential functions of their position, except where doing so would result in undue hardship to the Bank:

* Those with a known mental or physical disability.
* Pregnant individuals and/or individuals with pregnancy or childbirth-related medical conditions.
* Victims of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking.
* Employees with religious observance and practice obligations.

Any employee who believes he or she needs an accommodation for any of the above reasons should contact their supervisor or a member of Human Resources to request such an accommodation. In each case, the Bank will engage in a good faith written or oral dialogue concerning the individual's accommodation needs; potential accommodations that may address the individual's accommodation needs, including alternatives to a requested accommodation; and the difficulties that such potential accommodations may pose for the employer.

The Bank retains the ultimate discretion to choose the appropriate reasonable accommodation. Upon reaching a final determination at the conclusion of the cooperative dialogue, the Bank will provide the requesting individual with a written final determination identifying any accommodation granted or denied. In addition, the Bank will maintain any information regarding the employee's request and status in the strictest confidence, except as requested by the employee, as required on a need-to-know basis or as otherwise required by law.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

IDB BANK, INCLUDING ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND DIVISIONS, PROVIDES EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC STATUS, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, MILITARY OR VETERAN STATUS, CURRENT UNEMPLOYMENT OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED CATEGORY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAW. NOTHING IN THIS SITE CONSTITUTES A PROMISE OR OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

IDB BANK, INCLUDING ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND DIVISIONS, PROVIDES EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC STATUS, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, MILITARY OR VETERAN STATUS, CURRENT UNEMPLOYMENT OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED CATEGORY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAW. NOTHING IN THIS SITE CONSTITUTES A PROMISE OR OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

IDB BANK, INCLUDING ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND DIVISIONS, PROVIDES EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC STATUS, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, MARITAL STATUS, MILITARY OR VETERAN STATUS, CURRENT UNEMPLOYMENT OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED CATEGORY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAW. NOTHING IN THIS SITE CONSTITUTES A PROMISE OR OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

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