Personal Assistant to the CEO (Part-Time)
New York, NY jobs
The CEO of a global leading direct access trading firm is seeking a dedicated and proactive personal assistant to join his team of assistants part-time. This is a great internship-style opportunity that is ongoing to showcase strategic and analytical thinking abilities while juggling the private and professional needs of a very active executive. This is a position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has exceptional organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Manage both personal and professional tasks, which include reservations, appointments, and any household needs
Coordinate international and domestic travel logistics including flight itineraries, hotel reservations and car services.
Organize agendas, manage calendar and plan events while prioritizing competing demands
Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining diligent track of project timelines and deadlines
Conduct thorough research on various topics as needed, providing detailed reports and actionable insights to support the CEO's initiatives
Handle contract negotiations with third-party vendors, ensuring favorable terms and agreements
Wardrobe and style management, personal shopping, procuring, and audit of wardrobe from day to day and special event clothing
Perform general admin duties such as; recording meeting minutes, data entry, filing, copying, faxing, mailings, etc.
Prioritize and lead multiple projects at a time, keeping diligent track of project timelines and deadlines
Uphold a highly organized and detailed to-do list for both the CEO and business and taking careful note of important dates
Maintain diligent communication with the rest of the team and ensure all aspects of the business are on track
Monitor multiple social media accounts to help grow and expand online presence on existing and emerging social platforms
Additional Personal / Creative / Executive Assistant duties as needed
Requirements
Incoming Freshman of Sophomore pursuing a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
Must be able to provide SAT and/or ACT scores in order to be considered
Ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication
A self-starter who is eager, optimistic, and has a “no task too small” mindset
Must be able to work 10-15 hours per week
Pays $39/ hour
Visa sponsorship available
Auto-ApplyManager, Global Security Policy - Logistics and Operations
New York, NY jobs
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Manager, Global Security Policy - Logistics and Operations
Overview
The Global Security Policy Team plays a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Mastercard's public policy priorities to protect and promote a secure, resilient global digital economy with governments around the world. A major component of our work is the seamless orchestration of international policy events, roundtables, forums, meetings, consultations, and strategic global gatherings. These engagements bring together public and private stakeholders to drive meaningful outcomes and reinforce our leadership and expertise across the security public policy space, including cybersecurity, resilience, fraud and threat intelligence. The Global Security Policy Team drives impactful stakeholder engagements, and this position ensures the smooth execution of strategic security policy initiatives, advancing our global advocacy objectives.
Location: Washington, DC or the New York Metropolitan Area
Reporting and Role
Reporting directly to the VP of Global Security Policy, the Manager provides specialized leadership in logistics and operations for all global security policy, diplomacy, advocacy, and engagement activities. This fast-paced role demands detail-oriented multitasking and strong organizational skills to successfully execute simultaneous high-profile policy events and executive-level stakeholder meetings, guiding them from conception to completion. Key responsibilities include:
* Leading comprehensive logistics and operations management for the Global Security Policy Team-including executive brief development, event planning, scheduling, travel arrangements, attendee outreach, and content curation.
* Overseeing policy research, internal coordination, vendor relationships, compliance, and on-site execution of policy events, roundtables, forums, and other engagements.
* Engaging closely with internal business units-including Government Affairs & Policy, Security Solutions, Corporate Security, Communications, Strategic Growth, Regulatory Affairs, and other relevant teams-to coordinate on strategic priorities, public-private partnerships, policy advocacy objectives, and other cross-functional projects.
* Maintaining a strategic calendar of global security policy events, monitoring the evolving policy and political landscape as it pertains to these events, and producing regular executive briefings with the VP to synchronize logistics, operations, policy content, and related activities across the organization.
* Supporting the VP in driving regional-global coordination by facilitating communication, harmonizing policy efforts, and enabling effective collaboration between regional teams and global stakeholders through expertly planned forums, meetings, and events.
* Aiding the management of relationships with governments, industry associations, NGOs, and multilateral organizations through expertly coordinated and communicated engagements.
All About You
* Highly organized, with a proven track record in managing multiple priorities, leading workstreams, and driving tasks to completion within clear timelines - supported by strong task management skills and a detail-oriented approach.
* Proactive in creating, maintaining, and executing structured action plans; independently tracking deadlines; and keeping workstreams on schedule by maintaining to-do lists, priorities, and follow-ups.
* Demonstrates agility and resilience in responding to urgent, unexpected developments, ensuring clear communication and seamless event experiences.
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with experience drafting executive-level policy briefs, developing event planning documents, providing internal updates, and synthesizing post-engagement analyses that communicate impact and value concisely.
* Expert at relationship management skills; adept at engaging external stakeholders, vendors, and partners in the context of event delivery, and working collaboratively with internal cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.
* A global team member who can work across multiple time zones and cultures, operating independently and constructively as a collaborative team player. High-energy, self-motivated.
* Strong analytical approach to problem solving, with the ability to develop creative, actionable solutions to complex challenges, adapt to short deadlines, and work productively under pressure in dynamic commercial and policy environments.
* Baseline understanding of international affairs and global security policy topics, including cybersecurity, resilience, fraud, and threat intelligence.
* Strong understanding of how business, technology, and public policy intersect with the operational rigor required for successful senior-level engagement delivery with public and private partners.
* An entrepreneurial spirit and genuine enthusiasm for logistics and operations, security public policy and advocacy, and thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional, international environments.
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
* Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
* Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
* Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
* Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
Washington, District of Columbia: $159,000 - $254,000 USD
Auto-ApplyRetirement Solutions Advisor
Buffalo, NY jobs
Now Hiring: Retirement Solutions Advisor - Build Wealth, Create Influence, and Leave a Lasting Impact!
Are you passionate about building a lasting legacy, empowering others, and achieving financial freedom? We are seeking driven individuals to join our team as Retirement Solutions Advisor, where you'll mentor, lead, and help individuals build successful businesses that create generational wealth and long-term impact.
Who We're Looking For:
✅ Visionary leaders who want to make a meaningful difference
✅ Entrepreneurs and professionals passionate about financial empowerment
✅ Licensed & aspiring Life & Health Insurance Agents (We'll guide you through licensing!)
✅ Individuals ready to help others while securing their own legacy
As a Retirement Solutions Advisor, you will mentor, inspire, and provide proven systems to help individuals and families create financial security, stability, and success for generations to come.
Is This You?
✔ Motivated by helping others succeed while building your own wealth?
✔ A natural leader who thrives on mentorship and empowerment?
✔ Self-driven, disciplined, and ready to create long-term impact?
✔ Open to high-level coaching, leadership development, and business expansion?
✔ Looking for a recession-proof career with unlimited growth potential?
If you answered YES, keep reading!
Why Become a Retirement Solutions Advisor?
🚀 Work from anywhere - Build a business on your own terms.
💰 Uncapped earning potential - Part-time: $40,000-$60,000+/year | Full-time: $70,000-$150,000+++/year.
📈 No cold calling - Work with individuals who have already requested guidance.
❌ No sales quotas, no pressure, no pushy tactics.
🏆 Leadership & Ownership Opportunities - Build and scale your own team.
🎯 Daily pay & performance-based bonuses - Direct commissions from top carriers.
🎁 Incentives & rewards - Earn commissions starting at 80% (most carriers) + salary.
🏥 Health benefits available for qualified participants.
This is more than a career-it's an opportunity to leave a legacy, create financial independence, and impact lives for generations.
👉 Apply today and take your first step as a Retirement Solutions Advisor!
(Results may vary. Your success depends on effort, skill, and commitment to learning and execution.)
Auto-ApplyDirector, Global Product Management
Harrison, NY jobs
**Our Purpose** _Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Director, Global Product Management
The Services team and solutions fuel growth for partners globally by providing cutting edge services in the areas of Customer Acquisition and Engagement, Security Solutions, Business and Market Insights, and Open Banking. Focused on thinking big and scaling fast, our agile sales team is responsible for end-to-end solutions for a diverse global customer base including retailers, airlines, hotels, tourism agencies, public sector entities, restaurants, consumer goods and telecom companies.
We are seeking an experienced Director of Product Management to join the Operational Insights (OI) Global Product Management team. In this role, you will drive the product vision, define business requirements for the innovation pillar, and lead commercialization and go-to-market strategy. You will manage a team of product managers focused on identifying white space opportunities in card operations, while overseeing key activities including product strategy, business requirements, pricing, and sales and delivery enablement. This role partners closely with the Global Product Management technical team to ensure product vision, roadmap, and priorities are aligned with business strategy and go-to-market execution.
Product Managers in Services at Mastercard
- Build revolutionary products that advance how businesses all over the world derive the most value from their data assets
- Translate a deep understanding of our customers into products and solutions that drive significant customer value
- Balance the long-term direction of a product with today's needs and constraints by fully understanding the technical, competitive, and commercial contexts of our products
- Act as connectors to ensure the commercial success of our products by working with Sales and Marketing while ensuring technical success through close partnership with Technology teams
- Drive globally relevant solutions by understanding regional needs and tradeoffs, and build scalable products that serve an array of customer segments
- Set product direction with coordination, not isolation-considering how our products all work together to serve customer needs
Role
- Drive the Operational Insights (OI) strategy based on a deep understanding of operations trends in card networks, payment processing, and reconciliation.
- Identify white space opportunities for Operational Insights and new solution areas; translate business needs, customer pain points, and market trends into actionable product initiatives.
- Engage directly with clients and partners to validate needs, test concepts, and refine solutions.
- Lead global product management efforts, providing analytically driven input into strategic business plans and product roadmaps.
- Define and own the product strategy, roadmap, and success metrics.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product delivery, working closely with product development and engineering.
- Drive the business strategy for the product, including customer impact analysis, pricing, sales, and go-to-market plans.
- Manage the product P&L, including forecasting and budgeting discussions.
- Effectively communicate product strategy, priorities, and vision across all organizational levels.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders to achieve product goals.
Basic Technical Skills
- Understanding of APIs, data flows, and system architecture at a conceptual level.
- Comfortable writing basic SQL queries and analyzing data to inform product decisions.
- Experience collaborating closely with engineering and technical teams.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and SaaS products (nice to have).
- Ability to engage in discussions on technical feasibility, trade-offs, and dependencies.
All About You
- Proven track record of defining product strategy and delivering successful products at scale.
- Strong communication, storytelling, and executive presence.
- Experience in Agile product management, ideally with analytical solutions in payments or financial services.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities.
- Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent experience; MBA preferred.
- Demonstrated success in leading end-to-end execution of cross-functional initiatives, with strong prioritization skills.
- Familiarity with Mastercard products & services and revenue drivers (nice to have).
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more.
**Pay Ranges**
Purchase, New York: $170,000 - $273,000 USD
Call Center Specialist I
Pittsford, NY jobs
Canandaigua National Bank
Hours: Full Time
What does a Call Center Specialist do at Canandaigua National Bank? Our team-oriented culture is second to none. What truly sets us apart is the quality and commitment of our employees. The Call Center Specialist at Canandaigua National Bank is responsible for providing superior banking assistance to current and prospective customers via the telephone and on Chat. The Call Center Specialist assists with recognizing and uncovering caller needs and providing a superior customer experience with any banking needs. Call Center Specialists have tools at their disposal to provide all of our customers with convenient, enjoyable and efficient service for all of their banking and financial needs.
This role has the possibility of working hybrid.
What competencies are needed to be successful in this role?
A high school diploma or equivalent with an emphasis in business curriculum; bank customer service representative training.
A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a customer service focused role required.
A minimum of one (1) year of banking experience is required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work within a fast-paced team environment and prioritize tasks in the face of conflicting priorities.
Ability to work in a confidential and time sensitive environment is essential.
Moderate ability to analyze and categorize data.
What does a successful first year in this position look like?
Contribute to the team success by answering incoming calls placed by CNB customers.
Successfully complete training associated with product lines, internal operations and customer service functions.
Become proficient in associated systems such as core banking, debit card administration, loan payment administration and bill pay services.
Participate in the referral program and meet quarterly goals while making qualified referrals based on customer need.
Accurately log and manage customer activity and communication in the appropriate systems.
Gain knowledge of the laws, regulations, and practices that impact the banking industry such as the Bank Secrecy Act, anti-fraud and anti-money laundering polices.
Compensation range: $20-$21
The actual salary offered within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, level offered, and performance expectations.
What makes working at Canandaigua National Bank different?
Our Core Values guide how we serve, lead, and grow alongside our community. By working wholeheartedly, feeling empowered, acting with courage, being authentic, and serving with a noble spirit, WE CAN fortify healthy lives by doing what's right for our customers and the community.
Our culture nurtures passionate employees and offers great rewards including:
Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA options for both part-time and full-time employees. Medical coverage is also offered for domestic partners.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
Retirement benefits that include a 401(k), Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Training & development opportunities.
Tuition assistance.
Community focused volunteer opportunities.
Award winning wellness program that promotes a solid work/life balance.
Banking perks and discount programs.
Our goal is to ensure that our bank, employees, and our community thrive and grow, now and for the next 135 years. We're in it for the long haul. What truly sets us apart from other financial institutions is the quality and commitment of our employees. We've assembled a diverse team of people who share a primary focus: to provide exceptional service for our customers.
As an organization, we are committed to hiring, training, developing, promoting, and celebrating employees from historically disadvantaged groups. At Canandaigua National Bank, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, education, and culture.
Canandaigua National Bank remains an independent community bank. If you want to be a part of something special, join us today!
Canandaigua National Corporation and its subsidiaries encourage diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.
Auto-ApplyManager, Corporate Treasury
Harrison, NY jobs
**Our Purpose** _Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Manager, Corporate Treasury
Overview
The Corporate Treasury team performs all global treasury activities for Mastercard, including capital planning, rating agency relationships, foreign exchange risk management, cash management/positioning, pensions asset-liability management, capital markets transactions (debt issuance, equity share buy-back), credit facility management, intercompany funding.
We are seeking a highly motivated Manager to join the cash investments team within Corporate Treasury. This position will be based in Purchase, NY
Reporting to the Director, Capital Markets, this Manager role will be responsible for leading the execution of Mastercard's corporate cash investment strategy along with performing day-to-day operations related to the company's cash investments
Role
Key responsibilities of this role include:
Leading the cash investments function for Mastercard in the management of the company's fixed income, money market, and deposit investments across multiple currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, ARS, etc.) investment portfolios
Lead interest income forecast and budget process including detailed variance analysis
Work with leadership to identify incremental investment yield opportunities
Prepare managerial reports and analysis related to Mastercard's investment portfolios
Oversee cash and investments related SEC disclosure preparation (e.g.,10Q and 10K footnotes)
Manage operations related to global investment accounts including opening/closing accounts and other related processes
Ensure and monitor compliance of investment portfolios with the company's investment guidelines; execute internal controls and support controllers and auditors in their processes
Lead the Mastercard commercial paper program
Work on improving existing Investment Team processes, models and controls
Potentially, provide analytical support for special projects across other corporate treasury teams
All About You
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; experienced with MS Excel and PowerPoint
Proven ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Knowledge of key accounting concepts and SEC disclosure requirements
Ability to prioritize work; manage projects in addition to day-to-day responsibilities
Written and oral English language proficiency; strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with Treasury Management Systems (Reval) and Investment tools/portals (Clearwater, Mosaic, Bloomberg, Refinitiv) desirable
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
Prior corporate treasury, accounting, or financial planning experience is preferred
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
**Pay Ranges**
Purchase, New York: $129,000 - $206,000 USD
Managing Consultant, Services Business Development-Emerging Verticals
New York jobs
Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Managing Consultant, Services Business Development-Emerging VerticalsOverview
Mastercard Services is our professional services and solutions arm, providing customers with value-added services to enhance business performance and consumer experiences. Our diverse Services portfolio includes payments consulting, marketing, analytics and data insights, security solutions, open banking, and more.
The Services Business Development team is looking for a Managing Consultant to drive growth of our value-added services within Emerging Verticals. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of selling to senior executives, navigating matrixed organizations, and utilizing solution-based selling to drive clear value for customers.
Role
Deliver against sales targets for the Services portfolio of solutions across a set of existing and net-new accounts within Emerging Verticals, which may include sport, insurance, telco, fitness, education, ISVs, and other strategic verticals.
Manage and expand relationships with client stakeholders, developing trust to enable intimate discussions on client goals and needs; surfacing Services revenue opportunities
Translate client challenges into hypotheses and structure large/complex engagements with imperfect information; leverage deep knowledge of all Mastercard Services capabilities to structure innovative solutions and strategic bundles
Lead internal partners to develop formal and informal pitch materials; ensuring succinct, persuasive content tailored to audience & seniority
Deliver compelling, high-impact pitches, showcasing leadership, expertise and alignment to client needs
Drive intel back into Services & broader Mastercard; supporting the feedback loop that drives Services innovation
All About You
Undergraduate degree required; MBA or relevant post graduate degree preferred
Proven track record in managing a sales pipeline; identifying and advancing sales opportunities and exceeding targets
Experience in selling or developing new and emerging verticals, with a proven ability to identify opportunities, form partnerships, and drive growth
Demonstrated ability to motivate and influence stakeholders (internal & client) in large/complex environments
Best-in-class narrative-development and storytelling; experience in developing compelling sales narratives and pitch materials for complex client business challenges
Leadership presence & best-in-class pitch/presentation skills; establishing credibility and influencing client audiences
Excellent analytical skills, including financial analysis for business casing, value quantification & pricing
Demonstrated creativity, problem-solving and empathy (ability to think from the perspective of the customer)
Disciplined and process-oriented; proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
National Salary Range (Applies Regardless of Location): $139,000-$222,000Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Auto-ApplyBank Teller - Queensbury (Part Time)
Queensbury, NY jobs
TITLE: Bank Teller (Part Time) REPORTS TO: Branch Manager CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Non-Exempt PAY GRADE: NE 10 ($16.45 - $22.24 per hour) AVAILABILITY: 25 hours per week; Monday-Wednesday 8:30am-4:15pm, Thursday-Friday 8:30am-5:15pm, Saturday 8:30am-12:15pm (Travel to Malta branch or other locations as needed)
Position Summary:
The Bank Teller will be our clients' first impression of the Pioneer culture and brand. In this role you will embody and exemplify our IMAGINE culture within your team. This will encompass listening, understanding and anticipating the clients' needs and providing outstanding service in every interaction. You will execute transactions with professionalism and accuracy. In doing so, you will support and carry out Pioneer's vision to build a partnership with our clients to both meet their current needs and achieve their financial goals.
Essential Job Functions:
* Provides outstanding service and solutions to our clients.
* Processes all transactions accurately, including, but not limited to, deposits/withdrawals to accounts, payments on loans, check cashing, money order purchases, etc.
* Acts as a first line of defense in detecting potentially fraudulent activities.
* Adheres to all policies and procedures to maintain compliance standards.
* Builds relationship with clients by identifying financial needs and referring opportunities to branch colleagues.
Education & Experience:
* High School graduate (or GED) required, or current high school student anticipating graduation.
* Strong mathematical skills required.
* Minimum of six months cash handling experience and customer service experience preferred.
* Minimum of six months customer service experience, recommending and referring products and services preferred.
* Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and systems.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Pioneer Bank will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Regional Director, Wealth and Asset Management Solutions- Mid-Atlantic
New York, NY jobs
**Your opportunity** **I** **n addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.** **This role will support the Mid-Atlantic region and must be located in the New York City or Philadelphia area.** allows for 100% remote work with travel within the region**
At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.
**Regional Director, Wealth and Asset Management Solutions**
The Wealth & Asset Management Solutions (WAMS) team is part of Wealth & Advice Solutions (WAS) enterprise. The WAMS team is responsible for the distribution and support of proprietary, and certain third-party asset management, products and services to consultants and advisors, across multiple distribution channels. The team also supports the marketing efforts of the solutions, working closely with Offer Management, Product and Marketing teams.
We are looking to add a **Regional Director** who will:
+ Build trusting relationships with Schwab Financial Consultants in the defined territory to facilitate growth of Schwab Asset Management (SAM) and Third-Party SMA offerings
+ Develop a deep understanding of SAM investment solutions and philosophies
+ Partner with an internal team of professionals to provide financial consultants and clients/prospects with ongoing education about investment products and strategy. The primary focus will be on proprietary, and 3 rd party SMAs and wrap accounts
+ Lead education and rollouts for new products and enhancements.
+ Act as a thought partner to financial consultants to help identify prospective clients and position investment offers.
+ Present at internal and client/prospect events.
+ Travel within territory for client meetings, branch meetings and Schwab sponsored events.
**What you have**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Active and valid FINRA Series 7 & 66 licenses
+ Bachelor's degree
+ 10 years of experience in business development and relationship management with a proven record of success
+ 10 years of experience in financial services, retail investment management, wealth management, investment management consulting, portfolio management or significant investment related experience.
+ Ability to articulate investment products features and benefits and speak knowledgeably about philosophy, process, portfolio holdings and the rationale behind portfolio construction
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Excellent client relationship management and marketing/sales skills.
+ Comfortable and able to present articulately to large groups: ex. industry conferences, webcasts, internal meetings, etc.
+ Self-motivated and ability to travel part-time, or as needed to successfully manage the region.
+ Experience with CRM tools such as Salesforce & Tableau
+ CFA and/or CIMA desirable but not required.
+ CFP designation or MBA desirable but not required.
**What's in it for you**
At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration-so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:
+ 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
+ Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
+ Paid parental leave and family building benefits
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance
What's in it for you:
At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at applicantaccessibility@schwab.com or call ************.
Senior Partner Development Manager
New York, NY jobs
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Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!
We're looking for a Senior Strategic Partner Development Manager to join our Partnerships team at Lightspeed. This role is built for a strategic operator and relationship expert who thrives on driving impact through high-value, long-cycle partnerships that move the needle. We are open to hiring remotely in the USA for this role.
You'll be responsible for cultivating and expanding Lightspeed's most strategic, high-impact relationships - the kind that require patience, foresight, and influence. These are not transactional partnerships; they're ecosystem plays designed to unlock growth through joint go-to-market execution, integration, and alignment at the executive level.
You'll work hand-in-hand with senior stakeholders across Partnerships, Product, Marketing, and Sales to craft and execute initiatives that create measurable business outcomes for both Lightspeed and our partners.
What you'll be doing:
Own and grow a portfolio of strategic partners with significant business potential and long-term value creation opportunities.
Identify, evaluate, and structure new partnership opportunities that align with Lightspeed's strategic objectives and market positioning.
Negotiate complex commercial agreements that balance innovation, scalability, and profitability.
Develop and execute joint go-to-market strategies with partners - from planning to enablement, launch, and ongoing performance measurement.
Lead strategic reviews with partner executives to evaluate success, align priorities, and define next-phase growth initiatives.
Work cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Marketing teams to operationalize partnerships and ensure seamless execution.
Track and report partnership performance with a focus on ROI, pipeline influence, and market impact.
Represent Lightspeed externally at industry events, trade shows, and ecosystem gatherings as a credible, consultative voice in commerce technology.
Stay ahead of industry trends, identifying partnership opportunities that strengthen Lightspeed's value proposition and competitive positioning.
What you need to bring:
7+ years of proven experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or channel strategy within a SaaS, payments, or technology environment.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder partnerships from negotiation through execution.
Strong commercial and analytical acumen, with the ability to model business cases and assess ROI.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, comfortable influencing at the C-suite and VP level.
Strategic thinker who can connect business goals to execution and navigate ambiguity with confidence.
Strong organizational and project management skills - able to juggle multiple initiatives while maintaining focus on outcomes.
Experience in retail, hospitality, or commerce technology ecosystems is a strong asset.
Even better if you have:
Experience developing multi-year strategic partnerships with enterprise or platform partners.
Exposure to product integrations or API-driven partnerships.
Knowledge of POS, payments, or retail SaaS models.
What's in it for you?
Come live the Lightspeed experience...
Ability to do your job in a truly flexible hybrid environment (3 days/week in office);
Genuine career opportunities in a company that's creating new jobs everyday;
Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact.
… and enjoy a range of benefits that'll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry:
Lightspeed RSU program (we are all owners)
Unlimited paid time off policy
Flexible working policy
Health insurance
Health and wellness benefits
Possibility for transit fees to be covered
Paid leave assistance for new parents
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At Lightspeed, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your skillset, qualifications, experience, and market data. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We reasonably expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $[85,000 to $100,000] USD, depending on the candidate's location. Additionally, this role may be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. Lightspeed also provides a variety of employee benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, wellness, life and disability insurance, 401K plan and match, paid parental leave top-up, and paid time off.
Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within the United States, and refers to the amount Lightspeed is willing to pay at the time of this posting, which may vary depending on the candidate's actual location. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
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To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Where to from here?
Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you're proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here.
Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal's gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.
Who we are:
Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.
Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. Lightspeed handles your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Statement.
Auto-ApplyPart-Time Universal Banker
Yaphank, NY jobs
Estimated starting salary is $22.17-$26.97 per hour.
The Part-Time Universal Banker role will provide savings bank services to new and existing customers in an efficient and reliable manner consistent with government regulations and bank policy and procedures
Skills Requirements:
Above average verbal and written communications skills preferred.
Basic math skills
Proficient with the use of a Personal Computer
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Education & Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Teller and or Customer Service experience required.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Promotes the sale of Bank products and services to customers through our internal sales process in order to maximize banking relationships.
Responds to customer requests by answering questions regarding service, products, and account information and processing requests for various banking services.
Processes the opening of accounts by collecting and verifying identification as required by the Customer Identification Program in accordance with BSA. Ensures customer receives appropriate disclosures in accordance with Regulation DD.
Processes transactions including the closing of accounts and executes changes following established procedures. Deters fraud by checking validity of all documentation received from customers, examining and collecting pedigree information, examining checks for endorsements. Verifies appropriate hold codes and other information such as dates, bank names, and the legitimacy and/or negotiability of all items received.
Orders ATM and Debit MasterCards for customers through core system, ensuring correct information for appropriate delivery and to mitigate risk.
Performs clerical tasks assigned by Branch Management Team and Head Teller including filing, locating account records, scanning of work, and updating account information on the core system.
Adheres to current shred procedures to be compliant with Regulation P.
Analyzes and rectifies customer concerns through satisfactory verbal and written communications by following established procedures.
Performs follow-up phone calls to customers to ensure exceptional level of service and all pending items received.
Acquires comprehensive knowledge of the products and services offered by the bank in order to provide accurate and relevant information to customers.
Verifies accuracy of monetary transaction by employing basic math skills and utilization of a calculator.
Processes various customer transactions through effective use of the Bank's core operating system and cash dispenser.
Balances daily by counting cash, adding checks, listing transaction totals, and various ledger items. Additionally, identifies and corrects transaction errors when debits and credits do not balance.
Ensures regulatory compliance by applying bank policies and procedures when processing transactions.
Performs scanning of checks and ensures proper bank endorsement in order to receive accurate credit and settlement in accordance with Regulation CC.
Sells currency as necessary to management in order to mitigate risk and be compliant with set cash limit.
Assists with training of new teller trainees, by demonstrating and teaching appropriate transaction processing, observing and correcting the trainees as they perform transactions, and assisting them in preparing to open their own teller box.
Director, Global Product Management
Harrison, NY jobs
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Director, Global Product Management
The Services team and solutions fuel growth for partners globally by providing cutting edge services in the areas of Customer Acquisition and Engagement, Security Solutions, Business and Market Insights, and Open Banking. Focused on thinking big and scaling fast, our agile sales team is responsible for end-to-end solutions for a diverse global customer base including retailers, airlines, hotels, tourism agencies, public sector entities, restaurants, consumer goods and telecom companies.
We are seeking an experienced Director of Product Management to join the Operational Insights (OI) Global Product Management team. In this role, you will drive the product vision, define business requirements for the innovation pillar, and lead commercialization and go-to-market strategy. You will manage a team of product managers focused on identifying white space opportunities in card operations, while overseeing key activities including product strategy, business requirements, pricing, and sales and delivery enablement. This role partners closely with the Global Product Management technical team to ensure product vision, roadmap, and priorities are aligned with business strategy and go-to-market execution.
Product Managers in Services at Mastercard
* Build revolutionary products that advance how businesses all over the world derive the most value from their data assets
* Translate a deep understanding of our customers into products and solutions that drive significant customer value
* Balance the long-term direction of a product with today's needs and constraints by fully understanding the technical, competitive, and commercial contexts of our products
* Act as connectors to ensure the commercial success of our products by working with Sales and Marketing while ensuring technical success through close partnership with Technology teams
* Drive globally relevant solutions by understanding regional needs and tradeoffs, and build scalable products that serve an array of customer segments
* Set product direction with coordination, not isolation-considering how our products all work together to serve customer needs
Role
* Drive the Operational Insights (OI) strategy based on a deep understanding of operations trends in card networks, payment processing, and reconciliation.
* Identify white space opportunities for Operational Insights and new solution areas; translate business needs, customer pain points, and market trends into actionable product initiatives.
* Engage directly with clients and partners to validate needs, test concepts, and refine solutions.
* Lead global product management efforts, providing analytically driven input into strategic business plans and product roadmaps.
* Define and own the product strategy, roadmap, and success metrics.
* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product delivery, working closely with product development and engineering.
* Drive the business strategy for the product, including customer impact analysis, pricing, sales, and go-to-market plans.
* Manage the product P&L, including forecasting and budgeting discussions.
* Effectively communicate product strategy, priorities, and vision across all organizational levels.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders to achieve product goals.
Basic Technical Skills
* Understanding of APIs, data flows, and system architecture at a conceptual level.
* Comfortable writing basic SQL queries and analyzing data to inform product decisions.
* Experience collaborating closely with engineering and technical teams.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and SaaS products (nice to have).
* Ability to engage in discussions on technical feasibility, trade-offs, and dependencies.
All About You
* Proven track record of defining product strategy and delivering successful products at scale.
* Strong communication, storytelling, and executive presence.
* Experience in Agile product management, ideally with analytical solutions in payments or financial services.
* Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities.
* Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent experience; MBA preferred.
* Demonstrated success in leading end-to-end execution of cross-functional initiatives, with strong prioritization skills.
* Familiarity with Mastercard products & services and revenue drivers (nice to have).
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
* Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
* Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
* Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
* Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more.
Pay Ranges
Purchase, New York: $170,000 - $273,000 USD
Auto-ApplyManaging Consultant, Services Business Development-Community Institutions
New York jobs
Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Managing Consultant, Services Business Development-Community InstitutionsOverview
Mastercard Services encompasses Mastercard's (NYSE: MA) offerings beyond the transaction. We provide customers across industries and geographies with a tailored portfolio of solutions to address their business pain points.
By harnessing the power of our real-time, anonymized and aggregated transaction data, powerful software platforms and wealth of expertise, we empower customers to unlock a holistic view of consumer behavior beyond their four walls, distill actionable insights and make more data-driven decisions. With compelling offerings for financial institutions, retailers, telecommunications organizations, travel companies and more, our services drive efficiency and value and enable our customers to solve business problems from end to end.
As a member of our Business Development team, you will be at the frontline of generating excitement and demand for our unique solutions. We value individuals who possess consultative sales experience, exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, comfort navigating complex sales processes, and the ability to form and manage successful lasting client relationships.
The Role
As Managing Consultant, you will be instrumental in driving the growth with Community Institutions within USFI. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of strategic clients building on existing relationships and initiating new ones to generate and qualify opportunities and promote Mastercard Services solutions to drive sales.
To be successful the ideal candidate will:
Cultivate strong working relationships with clients, ensuring effective collaboration and engagement while driving revenue growth and expanded buying centers.
Demonstrate strong networking skills and a high degree of confidence initiating contact with new prospects to generate and qualify leads.
Have a customer first attitude, capable of uncovering customer needs beyond their explicit requests and crafting innovative customer strategies.
Take ownership of the sales process, from prospecting to executing commercial contracts, ensuring seamless and efficient sales cycles while driving urgency with clients.
Be responsible for achieving sales targets, revenue goals, and sales projections, consistently delivering outstanding personal performance.
Lead both formal and informal pitches, from storyboarding to face-to-face presentations, delivering concise and persuasive materials tailored to the specific needs and level of the audience.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and refine engagement scope, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client requirements.
Support project / customer success teams in problem-solving efforts and structuring project workplans.
Create and deliver compelling and concise presentations that effectively communicate key insights and recommendations.
Coach and provide valuable feedback to team members, fostering their professional growth.
Proactively seek new knowledge and skills, contributing to the development of intellectual capital within our organization.
All About You
Sales experience, within software as a service (SaaS), data & analytics, consulting and/or cybersecurity solutions.
Proven ability to meet/exceed sales targets and quotas
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling you to tackle complex challenges and gain credibility with account teams.
Strong communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral.
Exceptional relationship management skills, fostering long-term partnerships with clients.
Strong networker across relevant stakeholder base with the ability to listen, build common ground and influence to effectively advance business opportunities and generate revenues
Strong commercial drive with the ability to monetize senior client relationships based on empathy, thought leadership, knowledge of product impact, and subject matter expertise
Must have the ability to own and drive end-to-end sales including prospecting, scoping/pricing, business case development, contract development, client negotiation, gaining legal approval, sign contracts, and project kickoff.
Experience managing projects and / or teams, showcasing your leadership abilities.
Knowledge of consumer and commercial payments market is a plus
High level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment.
Outstanding multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
National Salary Range (Applies Regardless of Location): $139,000-$222,000Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
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Applications for this job posting will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Auto-ApplyManager, Global Security Policy - Logistics and Operations
New York, NY jobs
**Our Purpose** _Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Manager, Global Security Policy - Logistics and Operations
Overview
The Global Security Policy Team plays a pivotal role in shaping and advancing Mastercard's public policy priorities to protect and promote a secure, resilient global digital economy with governments around the world. A major component of our work is the seamless orchestration of international policy events, roundtables, forums, meetings, consultations, and strategic global gatherings. These engagements bring together public and private stakeholders to drive meaningful outcomes and reinforce our leadership and expertise across the security public policy space, including cybersecurity, resilience, fraud and threat intelligence. The Global Security Policy Team drives impactful stakeholder engagements, and this position ensures the smooth execution of strategic security policy initiatives, advancing our global advocacy objectives.
Location: Washington, DC or the New York Metropolitan Area
Reporting and Role
Reporting directly to the VP of Global Security Policy, the Manager provides specialized leadership in logistics and operations for all global security policy, diplomacy, advocacy, and engagement activities. This fast-paced role demands detail-oriented multitasking and strong organizational skills to successfully execute simultaneous high-profile policy events and executive-level stakeholder meetings, guiding them from conception to completion. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading comprehensive logistics and operations management for the Global Security Policy Team-including executive brief development, event planning, scheduling, travel arrangements, attendee outreach, and content curation.
- Overseeing policy research, internal coordination, vendor relationships, compliance, and on-site execution of policy events, roundtables, forums, and other engagements.
- Engaging closely with internal business units-including Government Affairs & Policy, Security Solutions, Corporate Security, Communications, Strategic Growth, Regulatory Affairs, and other relevant teams-to coordinate on strategic priorities, public-private partnerships, policy advocacy objectives, and other cross-functional projects.
- Maintaining a strategic calendar of global security policy events, monitoring the evolving policy and political landscape as it pertains to these events, and producing regular executive briefings with the VP to synchronize logistics, operations, policy content, and related activities across the organization.
- Supporting the VP in driving regional-global coordination by facilitating communication, harmonizing policy efforts, and enabling effective collaboration between regional teams and global stakeholders through expertly planned forums, meetings, and events.
- Aiding the management of relationships with governments, industry associations, NGOs, and multilateral organizations through expertly coordinated and communicated engagements.
All About You
- Highly organized, with a proven track record in managing multiple priorities, leading workstreams, and driving tasks to completion within clear timelines - supported by strong task management skills and a detail-oriented approach.
- Proactive in creating, maintaining, and executing structured action plans; independently tracking deadlines; and keeping workstreams on schedule by maintaining to-do lists, priorities, and follow-ups.
- Demonstrates agility and resilience in responding to urgent, unexpected developments, ensuring clear communication and seamless event experiences.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with experience drafting executive-level policy briefs, developing event planning documents, providing internal updates, and synthesizing post-engagement analyses that communicate impact and value concisely.
- Expert at relationship management skills; adept at engaging external stakeholders, vendors, and partners in the context of event delivery, and working collaboratively with internal cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.
- A global team member who can work across multiple time zones and cultures, operating independently and constructively as a collaborative team player. High-energy, self-motivated.
- Strong analytical approach to problem solving, with the ability to develop creative, actionable solutions to complex challenges, adapt to short deadlines, and work productively under pressure in dynamic commercial and policy environments.
- Baseline understanding of international affairs and global security policy topics, including cybersecurity, resilience, fraud, and threat intelligence.
- Strong understanding of how business, technology, and public policy intersect with the operational rigor required for successful senior-level engagement delivery with public and private partners.
- An entrepreneurial spirit and genuine enthusiasm for logistics and operations, security public policy and advocacy, and thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional, international environments.
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
**Pay Ranges**
Washington, District of Columbia: $159,000 - $254,000 USD
Part Time Associate Banker Rockland (30 Hours)
Orangeburg, NY jobs
JobID: 210628956 JobSchedule: Part time JobShift: Variable Base Pay/Salary: Orangeburg,NY $25.00-$30.48 At Chase, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our clients and employees, making them feel welcomed, valued, and understood. We build lasting relationships by doing the right thing, exceeding expectations, and embracing diversity and inclusion.
As an Associate Banker within Chase, you will represent our brand and culture with the utmost hospitality, using the latest banking solutions and cutting-edge financial technology combined with friendly and attentive service. Your role at Chase will significantly contribute to the branch's success by delivering exceptional client experiences. You will build trusted relationships with clients, sharing product knowledge and solutions and introducing them to our team of experts - helping clients achieve their financial goals.
Job Responsibilities
* Create a welcoming environment by delivering attentive and friendly service by greeting clients as they enter the branch, making them feel appreciated, managing lobby traffic, checking clients into the waiting queue, and scheduling/canceling client meetings.
* Exceed client expectations while assisting with day-to-day transactions as well as open new accounts, while complying with all policies, procedures, and regulatory and banking requirements.
* Educate clients on how the usage of technology self-service options such as leveraging the Chase Mobile App, Chase.com, and ATMs can help them with their banking needs whenever, wherever, and however they want.
* Build meaningful relationships with clients by actively listening, asking thoughtful questions, demonstrating empathy, and sharing product knowledge and solutions - introducing them to our team of experts to help achieve their financial goals.
* Perform branch operations, which may include managing cash devices such as the cash vault, ATM, or others while adhering to all bank policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
* Ability to put clients first and exceed their expectations - delivering attentive and friendly service, creating a welcoming environment.
* Ability to build trusted relationships - demonstrating genuine care and concern during interactions with clients.
* Ability to engage clients - communicating clearly and politely to understand and help, anticipating client needs.
* Ability to quickly and effectively resolve client issues with attention to detail - providing a consistent client experience.
* Ability to elevate the client experience - working collaboratively as a team to deliver seamless service with care and sincerity.
* Ability to quickly and accurately learn products, services, and procedures.
* Client service experience or comparable experience.
* High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
* Strong desire and ability to influence, educate, and connect customers to technology solutions.
* Cash handling experience.
Auto-ApplyRegional Director, Wealth and Asset Management Solutions- Mid-Atlantic
New York, NY jobs
Your Opportunity In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities. This role will support the Mid-Atlantic region and must be located in the New York City or Philadelphia area. allows for 100% remote work with travel within the region
At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.
Regional Director, Wealth and Asset Management Solutions
The Wealth & Asset Management Solutions (WAMS) team is part of Wealth & Advice Solutions (WAS) enterprise. The WAMS team is responsible for the distribution and support of proprietary, and certain third-party asset management, products and services to consultants and advisors, across multiple distribution channels. The team also supports the marketing efforts of the solutions, working closely with Offer Management, Product and Marketing teams.
We are looking to add a Regional Director who will:
* Build trusting relationships with Schwab Financial Consultants in the defined territory to facilitate growth of Schwab Asset Management (SAM) and Third-Party SMA offerings
* Develop a deep understanding of SAM investment solutions and philosophies
* Partner with an internal team of professionals to provide financial consultants and clients/prospects with ongoing education about investment products and strategy. The primary focus will be on proprietary, and 3rd party SMAs and wrap accounts
* Lead education and rollouts for new products and enhancements.
* Act as a thought partner to financial consultants to help identify prospective clients and position investment offers.
* Present at internal and client/prospect events.
* Travel within territory for client meetings, branch meetings and Schwab sponsored events.
What you have
Required Qualifications
* Active and valid FINRA Series 7 & 66 licenses
* Bachelor's degree
* 10 years of experience in business development and relationship management with a proven record of success
* 10 years of experience in financial services, retail investment management, wealth management, investment management consulting, portfolio management or significant investment related experience.
* Ability to articulate investment products features and benefits and speak knowledgeably about philosophy, process, portfolio holdings and the rationale behind portfolio construction
Preferred Qualifications
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Excellent client relationship management and marketing/sales skills.
* Comfortable and able to present articulately to large groups: ex. industry conferences, webcasts, internal meetings, etc.
* Self-motivated and ability to travel part-time, or as needed to successfully manage the region.
* Experience with CRM tools such as Salesforce & Tableau
* CFA and/or CIMA desirable but not required.
* CFP designation or MBA desirable but not required.
Auto-ApplyManaging Consultant, Services Business Development-Community Institutions
Harrison, NY jobs
**Our Purpose** _Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build_ _a sustainable economy_ _where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making_ _transactions secure,_ _simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Managing Consultant, Services Business Development-Community Institutions
Overview
Mastercard Services encompasses Mastercard's (NYSE: MA) offerings beyond the transaction. We provide customers across industries and geographies with a tailored portfolio of solutions to address their business pain points.
By harnessing the power of our real-time, anonymized and aggregated transaction data, powerful software platforms and wealth of expertise, we empower customers to unlock a holistic view of consumer behavior beyond their four walls, distill actionable insights and make more data-driven decisions. With compelling offerings for financial institutions, retailers, telecommunications organizations, travel companies and more, our services drive efficiency and value and enable our customers to solve business problems from end to end.
As a member of our Business Development team, you will be at the frontline of generating excitement and demand for our unique solutions. We value individuals who possess consultative sales experience, exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, comfort navigating complex sales processes, and the ability to form and manage successful lasting client relationships.
The Role
As Managing Consultant, you will be instrumental in driving the growth with Community Institutions within USFI. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of strategic clients building on existing relationships and initiating new ones to generate and qualify opportunities and promote Mastercard Services solutions to drive sales.
To be successful the ideal candidate will:
Cultivate strong working relationships with clients, ensuring effective collaboration and engagement while driving revenue growth and expanded buying centers.
Demonstrate strong networking skills and a high degree of confidence initiating contact with new prospects to generate and qualify leads.
Have a customer first attitude, capable of uncovering customer needs beyond their explicit requests and crafting innovative customer strategies.
Take ownership of the sales process, from prospecting to executing commercial contracts, ensuring seamless and efficient sales cycles while driving urgency with clients.
Be responsible for achieving sales targets, revenue goals, and sales projections, consistently delivering outstanding personal performance.
Lead both formal and informal pitches, from storyboarding to face-to-face presentations, delivering concise and persuasive materials tailored to the specific needs and level of the audience.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and refine engagement scope, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client requirements.
Support project / customer success teams in problem-solving efforts and structuring project workplans.
Create and deliver compelling and concise presentations that effectively communicate key insights and recommendations.
Coach and provide valuable feedback to team members, fostering their professional growth.
Proactively seek new knowledge and skills, contributing to the development of intellectual capital within our organization.
All About You
Sales experience, within software as a service (SaaS), data & analytics, consulting and/or cybersecurity solutions.
Proven ability to meet/exceed sales targets and quotas
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling you to tackle complex challenges and gain credibility with account teams.
Strong communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral.
Exceptional relationship management skills, fostering long-term partnerships with clients.
Strong networker across relevant stakeholder base with the ability to listen, build common ground and influence to effectively advance business opportunities and generate revenues
Strong commercial drive with the ability to monetize senior client relationships based on empathy, thought leadership, knowledge of product impact, and subject matter expertise
Must have the ability to own and drive end-to-end sales including prospecting, scoping/pricing, business case development, contract development, client negotiation, gaining legal approval, sign contracts, and project kickoff.
Experience managing projects and / or teams, showcasing your leadership abilities.
Knowledge of consumer and commercial payments market is a plus
High level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment.
Outstanding multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
National Salary Range (Applies Regardless of Location): $139,000-$222,000
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
**Job Posting Window**
Applications for this job posting will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Part-Time Teller
Holland, NY jobs
Job DescriptionDescription:
Job Title: Part-Time Teller
Job Type: Part-Time
Bank of Holland is seeking a motivated candidate to fill the role of a part time teller. Bank tellers are responsible for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing.
Duties
- Process various financial transactions such as deposits, withdrawals, and loan payments
- Assist customers with account inquiries and problem resolution
- Promote and cross-sell bank products and services to meet customer needs
- Maintain proper cash levels in the teller drawer
- Adhere to all bank policies and procedures for security and compliance
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficiency in 10-key typing
- Cash handling experience
- Excellent interpersonal relation and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience working in a bank or financial institution is preferred
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT
It is the policy of the Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, national origin, age, physical or mental disability or status as a Vietnam-Era or special disabled veteran or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable Federal and New York State laws unless a bona fide occupational qualification applies. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training.
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Part-Time Universal Banker
New York, NY jobs
Estimated starting salary is $22.17-$26.97 per hour.
The Part-Time Universal Banker role will provide savings bank services to new and existing customers in an efficient and reliable manner consistent with government regulations and bank policy and procedures
Skills Requirements:
Above average verbal and written communications skills preferred.
Basic math skills
Proficient with the use of a Personal Computer
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Education & Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Teller and or Customer Service experience required.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Promotes the sale of Bank products and services to customers through our internal sales process in order to maximize banking relationships.
Responds to customer requests by answering questions regarding service, products, and account information and processing requests for various banking services.
Processes the opening of accounts by collecting and verifying identification as required by the Customer Identification Program in accordance with BSA. Ensures customer receives appropriate disclosures in accordance with Regulation DD.
Processes transactions including the closing of accounts and executes changes following established procedures. Deters fraud by checking validity of all documentation received from customers, examining and collecting pedigree information, examining checks for endorsements. Verifies appropriate hold codes and other information such as dates, bank names, and the legitimacy and/or negotiability of all items received.
Orders ATM and Debit MasterCards for customers through core system, ensuring correct information for appropriate delivery and to mitigate risk.
Performs clerical tasks assigned by Branch Management Team and Head Teller including filing, locating account records, scanning of work, and updating account information on the core system.
Adheres to current shred procedures to be compliant with Regulation P.
Analyzes and rectifies customer concerns through satisfactory verbal and written communications by following established procedures.
Performs follow-up phone calls to customers to ensure exceptional level of service and all pending items received.
Acquires comprehensive knowledge of the products and services offered by the bank in order to provide accurate and relevant information to customers.
Verifies accuracy of monetary transaction by employing basic math skills and utilization of a calculator.
Processes various customer transactions through effective use of the Bank's core operating system and cash dispenser.
Balances daily by counting cash, adding checks, listing transaction totals, and various ledger items. Additionally, identifies and corrects transaction errors when debits and credits do not balance.
Ensures regulatory compliance by applying bank policies and procedures when processing transactions.
Performs scanning of checks and ensures proper bank endorsement in order to receive accurate credit and settlement in accordance with Regulation CC.
Sells currency as necessary to management in order to mitigate risk and be compliant with set cash limit.
Assists with training of new teller trainees, by demonstrating and teaching appropriate transaction processing, observing and correcting the trainees as they perform transactions, and assisting them in preparing to open their own teller box.
Part Time Teller
Wolcott, NY jobs
Job Description
Part Time Teller
The Lyons National Bank currently has a Part Time Teller position open in our Wolcott Branch.
If you are a Confident individual who exemplifies an Enthusiastic Personality with a Passion to provide Superior Customer Service, why not consider joining our team at LNB.
LNB is a growth oriented community bank who is committed to building strong customer relationships in providing quality products and exceptional service.
The Teller position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably three to six months related experience. This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties to support the paying and receiving functions of the branch office; such as accepting deposits, cashing checks within approved authority and operating policy, and selling cashier checks, money orders, and certified checks. The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $18.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. (Range may be adjusted for applicants with significant experience.)
The Lyons National Bank is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.