Teller Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

A Teller serves as the front line of customer service in the banking industry, directly interacting with clients and performing a wide range of tasks. Responsibilities include processing transactions, responding to customer inquiries, and cross-selling banking products or services. Tellers are often the first point of contact for customers, so they play an essential role in building customer relationships and maintaining the bank's overall reputation. They must be well-versed in the bank's products and services to make recommendations, solve problems, and fulfill customer needs effectively and efficiently.

Important skills for a Teller include strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. They should also be proficient in basic computer applications and banking software. In terms of certifications, while not mandatory, obtaining a Certified Bank Teller (CBT) certification from the American Bankers Association can enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming a Teller, a person may have held roles such as a Customer Service Representative in retail or call centers, a Cashier in supermarkets or similar establishments, or a Sales Associate in various industries, where they would have developed the necessary customer service and cash handling skills.

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Part Time Teller

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

This position will be based in Schaumburg, IL at the Schaumburg West retail banking branch. Bilingual Polish Preferred. Location: 2425 W....

Full time Teller

  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market...

Financial Representative Trainee (Sales) - Chicago

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. in Rosemont, Illinois, United States Job Description Are you driven, self-motivated, and eager to jumpstart your career in the financial services industry? We're...

Financial Representative

  • Skokie, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Skokie, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Do you have a desire to be part of a team of talented people who are driven by new challenges and want to grow in their careers? If you are highly motivated, have strong interpersonal skills, and...

Regional Banker/Teller

  • Mt Prospect, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mt Prospect, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ensures teller and branch daily operations and maintenance transactions are completed in an efficient and accurate manner....

Part Time Teller

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This position will be based in Schaumburg, IL at the Schaumburg West retail banking branch. Bilingual Polish Preferred. Location: 2425 W....

Teller

  • Algonquin, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Algonquin, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This position will be based in Algonquin, IL at the Algonquin Branch retail banking branch. Bilingual Spanish Preferred....

CSR/Teller - Island Lake - (Island Lake, IL) - Part Time

  • Island Lake, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Island Lake, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

CSR/Teller - Island Lake - (Island Lake, IL) - Part Time Total Base Pay Range 41,600.00 - 64,500.00 USD Annual LOCATION -- Island Lake, Illinois 60042 Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud...

Teller

  • Skokie, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This position will be based in Skokie, IL at the Skokie retail banking branch....

CSR/Teller - Des Plaines - Part Time

  • Des Plaines, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago

CSR/Teller - Des Plaines - Part Time Total Base Pay Range 41,600.00 - 64,500.00 USD Annual LOCATION -- Des Plaines, Illinois 60016 Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged...

Lead CSR / Teller - Lake Forest - Full Time

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 7 days ago

Lead CSR / Teller - Lake Forest - Full Time Total Base Pay Range 41,600.00 - 64,500.00 USD Annual LOCATION -- Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged...

Teller II [Part-Time]

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Summary: Serves Customers by completing various banking transactions efficiently and accurately while adhering to check cashing and withdrawal authority limits....

Teller

  • Skokie, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Follows proper policy regarding the processing of transactions: deposits, withdrawals, check cashing, savings bonds, tax payments, traveler’s checks, cash advances, etc....

Cash Processing Teller

  • Broadview, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Broadview, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Cash Processing Teller Broadview, IL, 2500 S 25th Ave, Broadview, Illinois, United States of America Req #20452 Tuesday, March 4, 2025 GardaWorld is shaping the future of cash management!...

Teller

  • Libertyville, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market...

Demographic Data for Lake Forest, IL

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Salary for Teller Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tellers in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.0%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tellers in Lake Forest, IL
None
48.3%
Less than 1 year
43.8%
1-2 years
7.9%