First Merchants Bank is seeking a Consumer Management Trainee. This position will complete projects, assignments and assume responsibilities of various banking center operations; including the delivery of a superior customer experience, talent management and bank performance management that align with the strategic goals of the company. Train to oversee the operational soundness of the banking center through training, coaching, and inspecting of policies and procedures.
As part of this role you will:
- Collaborate with immediate supervisor and/or training mentor to complete assigned curriculum and a Career Growth Planner (CGP).
- Lead and/or participate in various projects.
- Complete each phase of the program, a skills assessment, and demonstrate knowledge of competency in discussion with a Market Leader.
- Participate in trainee development meetings and/or conferences; lead designated discussion groups.
- Serve in place of absent banking center employees as needed.
- Travel to banking centers, regional operations sites, and additional meeting locations.
- Collaborate with Banking Center Manager (BCM) Mentors to promote the bank through community involvement and leverage contacts to create a pipeline of new business opportunities.
- Shadow with BCM Mentors to attend partner meetings to connect with other line of business partners to generate new business and deepen existing customer relationships.
In order to be successful in this position, we require the following:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- A minimum of three (3) years of sales, management, banking, or related experience including serving in a lead or supervisory capacity or demonstrated leadership roles in an educational or community setting.
- This position requires S.A.F.E Act registration at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). Employees hired or transferring into this position will need to meet the qualification requirements within three (3) months of hire.
- Travel required, must have the ability to travel to banking centers, regional sites and additional meeting locations. Valid driver’s license and/or transportation required.
- Obtain Notary Public designation within six (6) months of employment.
The following would be a plus:
- Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business or related field of study.
- Demonstrated ability to sell and cross-sell bank products and services.
- Consumer lending experience. Supervisory experience in the banking industry.
- Demonstrated ability to manage sales team to achieve threshold activity levels and performance goals.
First Merchants offers the following:
- Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Additional Benefits
A little about us:
First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.
Our Vision is:
To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.
Our Mission is:
To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.
Our Team:
"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."
Apply today to begin your career with us!
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What We Do
First Merchants Corporation is the largest financial services holding company in Central Indiana, headquartered in Muncie, Indiana. The Corporation has one full-service bank charter, First Merchants Bank. The Bank also operates as First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors (as a division of First Merchants Bank). First Merchants Corporation’s common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market System under the symbol FRME.
First Merchants offers customers broad financial services throughout locations in Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Michigan providing:
• Commercial Banking (business) – checking, treasury management, card services, financing, loans, electronic banking, online and mobile banking.
• Personal Banking (consumer) – checking, savings, CDs, mortgages, loans, IRAs, HSAs, online and mobile banking.
• Private Wealth Advisors - trusts, investments, 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, profit sharing plans, pension plans, cross-tested plans, cash balance plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, IRAs, SEP IRAs, and succession planning.
First Merchants is committed to customers by:
• Developing strong relationships.
o As financial advisors – our professionals listen and provide solutions
o The tenure of our professionals averages eight years, meaning you will enjoy continuity of service
o We hire local professionals from the communities we serve
• Customers benefit from local decision making.
o Decisions are made faster
o The process is streamlined, with each customer having a single point of contact.
o Our financial professionals are empowered to develop tailored solutions.
• The local communities we serve benefit from First Merchants’ involvement and support.
