1

Relationship Associate Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Client Service Associate

Batavia, NY · On-site

$13.75 - $19/hr

You'll also collaborate with team members to improve workflows, nurture client relationships, and ... An associate's degree, professional certification, or equivalent training. * Experience in managing ...

Client Service Associate

Batavia, NY · On-site

$13.75 - $19/hr

You'll also collaborate with team members to improve workflows, nurture client relationships, and ... An associate's degree, professional certification, or equivalent training. * Experience in managing ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Relationship Associate information

See Rochester, NY salary details

$24.7K

$46.5K

$66.1K

How much do relationship associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for relationship associate in Rochester, NY is $46,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $49,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a relationship associate?

Relationship Associates are professionals who manage and nurture relationships between a company and its clients or customers. They often work in industries like banking, finance, and professional services, serving as the main point of contact for clients. Their responsibilities typically include addressing client needs, providing information about products or services, and ensuring customer satisfaction. They also help identify opportunities to expand business relationships and may assist with account management and problem resolution.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a relationship associate?

To thrive as a Relationship Associate, you need a strong understanding of financial products, client relationship management, and often a bachelor’s degree in business or finance. Familiarity with CRM software, financial analysis tools, and sometimes certifications like FINRA Series 7 or 63 are commonly required. Excellent communication, active listening, and problem-solving abilities help you build trust and resolve client concerns effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for fostering long-term client engagement, driving business growth, and ensuring client satisfaction.

How does a relationship associate typically collaborate with other departments to support client needs?

Relationship Associates frequently work cross-functionally, partnering with teams such as credit, operations, and product specialists to deliver comprehensive solutions for clients. They act as liaisons, ensuring clear communication between internal departments and clients to resolve issues or implement new services. This collaborative environment helps Relationship Associates develop a strong understanding of different business areas and build relationships that can support their professional growth.
What cities near Rochester, NY are hiring for Relationship Associate jobs? Cities near Rochester, NY with the most Relationship Associate job openings:
Infographic showing various Relationship Associate job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,461 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Commercial Relationship Associate II

Genesee Regional Bank

Rochester, NY

$27.11 - $32.96/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Salary Range: $27.11 - $32.96/hour

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:

The Commercial Relationship Associate II is responsible for all aspects of day-to-day service delivery for the bank’s Commercial clients. Understands and delivers upon the bank’s expectations for a Remarkable Client Experience. Partners effectively with internal colleagues to understand client needs, resolve issues and communicate status. Handles more complex client needs and serves as a mentor for less experienced team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Handle routine client service requests/needs including but not limited to loan and deposit account inquiries and maintenance, general research and problem resolution, and debit card issues.
  • Execute client transaction requests including line draws, loan pay downs, wire transfers, account transfers and bank checks.
  • Provide support to Commercial clients related to online banking, bill pay, ATM/Debit cards and basic Treasury Management requests; appropriately handoff more complex issues to TM/MS colleagues.
  • Handle and/or assist with more complex or escalated client needs such as online/foreign wires, fraud issues, migration of clients to digital platform, etc.
  • Cross-trained and able to handle more complex digital/TM client needs.
  • Coordinate account opening requests with client and Relationship Manager (RM), including the collection, verification and input of Know Your Customer (KYC) information.
  • Partner with RM and Treasury Management Sales to seamlessly onboard new client relationships.
  • Handle daily insufficient funds review and activity; communicate with clients and RM's to ensure resolution.
  • Process ACH line increases per customer request.
  • Process estate account transactions and maintenance.
  • Update customer data in bank's CRM system as required.
  • Provide back up and redundancy for Operations Associate and Professional Practice RA.
  • Consistently operate within the bank's compliance and procedural expectations.
  • Cross train with Commercial Associate, Professional Practice RA and TM/MS Support team members.
  • Mentor less experienced team members; mentor Retail team members to increase their understanding of Commercial client service delivery.
  • Provide medallion signature guaranty; may include onsite client visits as needed.
  • May provide training to new employees as requested by manager.
  • Active participation in demonstrating the behaviors outlined in the GRB Experience.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

  • Cross sell commercial relationships where applicable
  • Respond to requests for credit inquiries as needed.
  • Prepare invoice payments for all commercial check orders.
  • Assist Relationship Managers in clearing loan exceptions.
  • Other duties as assigned by manager.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associates Degree with a minimum of 5 years of commercial banking service delivery experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPETENCIES:

  • Provide a remarkable client experience. Greet clients with warmth, genuine interest and a smile.
  • Lead by example. Identify current or potential problems, take ownership and see them through to resolution.
  • Act as a unified team. Possess strong interpersonal skills including the ability to proactively communicate with and help others, within and across departments.
  • Ability to work independently. Seek and incorporate feedback on your performance from management, coworkers and clients.
  • Demonstrated PC literacy.
  • Working knowledge of Banking Policies and Procedures
  • Demonstrated organization and project management skills
  • Analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment is an indoor, climate-controlled office setting. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Genesee Regional Bank is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.