Overview:
This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office.
The Client Service Specialist III position acts as the primary contact for the servicing of commercial client requests. Requests may consist of various task types inclusive of account opening, account servicing, bank transaction inquiries and technical support. May also be responsible for client training and influencing client adoption of online tools. Requests are received through a variety of channels and resolutions are generated by navigating, researching, executing, or escalating the issue, typically guided by precedent and/or established procedures. Accountable for facilitating and positively influencing the client experience by effectively delivering accurate and timely resolutions. Performs assigned functions largely independently and ensures adherence to all regulations, procedures, policies, and job-aids. Acts as a resource for new team members. Serves as the first point of escalation and is highly skilled as a client advocate accountable for issue resolution. Detects areas for improvement, identifies root causes of inquiries/issues, and aids in the generation of potential solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Daily Operations- Provides client support for onboarding or servicing activities received through various channels to inquiries that may be routine to complex; assistance with bank products; and/or technical support. Utilizes product, system, or process familiarity to resolve problems and handle customer requests/escalations independently. May address problems not guided by precedent. Solution generation may result in the recommendation of additional action and/or bank products or programs being implemented. Ensures adherence to all regulations, procedures, policies, and job-aids.
- Subject Matter Expert and Technical Resource- Generates alternatives and recommends solutions to improve processes. Generates resolutions for issues not guided by precedent. A CSS III has upskilled beyond general or routine requests to handle multiple and more complex cases or inquiries.
- Collaboration- Conducts training of clients on on-line systems and/or assists in the training of new CSS hires. Supports the Document Management process through creation and maintenance of job-aids/procedures. Participates or may lead meetings; other duties, or special projects as assigned by management. May support some leadership activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 1 years of experience in Banking/Financial Services, Customer Service or Operations Support. OR High School Diploma or GED and 5 years of experience in Banking/Financial Services, Customer Service or Operations Support.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate amongst various teams internally
- Knowledge in KYC preferred
- Experience with a relationship/ticket management system preferred
First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here: