Branch Banker

Mercantile Bank is looking for an enthusiastic, customer-focused Branch Banker to join our team in St. Charles, MI. Depending on your experience, you may be hired as a Customer Service Representative or a Personal Banker. If you're passionate about helping others, driven by goals, and eager to grow professionally, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join a respected financial institution where your work makes a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. Core Responsibilities: - Creating a high-quality, positive, and customized customer experience - Assisting customers with their daily banking needs - Recommending the best products and services to deliver financial solutions that empower people to achieve their goals and dreams Why Mercantile Bank? Mercantile Bank was founded by entrepreneurs who believed building strong relationships and communities is accomplished through collaboration and innovation. It's more than being a financial institution, it's being a trusted ally and community partner. As Michigan's largest community bank, our roots are deeply embedded in the diverse communities we serve. Our commitment to our customers and community is at the core of all we do. As an employee of Mercantile Bank, you will receive competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, and best-in-class benefit options. With a minimum of 3 weeks' vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, generous 401k match of 5%, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, IVF and adoption assistance, zero-interest loans for fitness equipment and business attire, discounted bank services, employee stock purchase plan, 529 savings plans, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, legal protection, exceptional training and development opportunities, and encouragement to connect with community through volunteer opportunities. A Look into Your Day Depending on your qualifications, you may be considered for either a Customer Service Representative or Personal Banker role. While the responsibilities and requirements vary slightly between the two, this posting will refer to the position more broadly as 'Branch Banker.' As a Branch Banker you will do something different every day. Providing exceptional customer experiences and building long-term customer relationships will be your top priority. During your workday, you maintain a cash drawer with all the proper controls, vouchers, receipts, security, proofs, etc., ensuring it balances at the end of each day. Depending on the level you are in, your responsibilities can also range from efficiently processing routine financial transactions for our customers such as deposits, withdrawals, checks, and loan payments to opening bank accounts for individuals and businesses to being the "go to" banker for your customers where you ask questions and listen for cues to be able to provide banking (and possibly lending) solutions that meet their unique needs. You'll benefit from extensive training, both in the classroom and on the job, to ensure you're confident in our products and services. Banking is always changing so it will be your responsibility to continue to stay informed of changes that could occur. You are excited to share this information with your team members and customers. Together, with the team, you will be sure all operational procedures, transactions and audits are completed accurately and on time. You may wear multiple hats and be prepared to fill in where needed. You will have goals to achieve on your own and as a team. You will enjoy meeting and referring business to your banking partners in Mortgage, Commercial and Treasury. You will be proactive in tracking and reporting your sales and referral activities.