Sales Support Specialist

Overview This position supports Bank products and services in the execution of daily sales activities at an advanced level of service ability. Reviews financial information or participates in client support activities in order to identify sales opportunities for the wider business unit. Facilitates the sales process by preparing necessary documentation. Ensures client satisfaction by answering inquiries, addressing account or product discrepancies, and handling support issues. Supports account servicing issues that require further resolution or investigation. May provide guidance to less experienced specialists in the work group. Responsibilities & Qualifications Duties & Responsibilities: Service & Support - Uncovers sales opportunities through analysis, reporting, and daily support operations. Works directly with individuals to address issues and respond to inquiries. Determines target needs and provides resolution. May serve as the main point of contact for clients throughout sales process, and assists in calls or presentations intended to solicit business. Documentation - Prepares documentation presented to clients. This may include proposals, service agreements, and implementation forms. Data Analysis - Sources, compiles, and interprets financial data. Performs analysis to determine trends in market, product, or client information. Product Specialist - Provides knowledge in area of work. Assists in process troubleshooting for both internal and external parties. May assist in creating and monitoring pricing of Bank products or services, including evaluating competitor products and making suggestions to enhance the attractiveness of Bank offerings. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree OR High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 years' experience in sales, customer service or operations or commercial lending Preferred Qualifications: Experience in commercial loan documentation, commercial lending support Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other office support systems and programs. Experience in paralegal support. Prior work experience: experience within a business/commercial/corporate banking environment is strongly preferred. Additional Information Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at benefits.