Consulting Specialist at Farm Credit East

Description/Job SummaryJoin a team focused on the success of our customers the success of our communities and the success of each other. Farm Credit East (FCE) is the leading provider of loans and farm advisory services to farm forest product fishing and other agricultural business owners across the northeast with $13.5 billion in total loan volume and $29 million in annual financial services revenue from 18000 customers across our 8-state territory. We are One Team Working Together with a focus on our five pillars: Outstanding Customer and Employee Experience Quality Growth Operational Excellence Commitment to our Communities and Protecting Customer Information.As a member of the Farm Advisory Services team the Consultant profitably delivers accurate high quality high impact consulting service to customers in a manner that enables them to better accomplish business/family objectives and meets Farm Credit East fee income objectives. This role strengthens and expands existing customer relationships and develops new consulting addition consultants develop a wide network of agricultural professionals and leaders from various sectors supporting the industry. A good understanding of accounting principles and a basic understanding of tax law are keys as are excellent communication and customer service skills. This role works closely with tax and business accounting analyst staff loan officers and other business units to develop a strong understanding of Farm Credit Easts products and services to provide valuable solutions to customers financial and business needs. Those successful in this role possess a proactive self-starter mindset along with a willingness to cultivate relationships with bothnew and existingcustomers.The value drivers for this role are as follows:Demonstrates deep understanding of the Dairy industry including herd management crop management and financial analysis. Successful candidate will be able to facilitate/lead a team of advisors to provide valuable strategic insight for our dairy farm clientsCollaborates with the consulting team to provide a best-in-class consulting practice recognizing areas of specialization within the group that can be broadcast to all customers to further drive valueAdapts broad knowledge of agribusiness to clients who are not in the dairy industry which can include but is not limited to fruit cash grain or winery clients.Come join a collaborative customer-focused team at Farm Credit East!Duties and ResponsibilitiesCreating Customer ValueDelivers accurate high quality high impact consulting services to customers in a manner that motivates and enables them to better accomplish their objectivesContributesto the success of customer businesses and the Association through the timely and accurate delivery of consulting services to customers for a profitable feeBusiness DevelopmentAchieves growth targets by performing business development activities that expand existing customer relationships and bring new customers to the AssociationSeeks and vets both traditional and non-traditional opportunities ranging from the farm to the agri-business along with all participants of the ag value chain who are eligiblePrioritizes high value add interactions with customers day in and day out through active relationships and sound customer understandingPromotes the FCE brand in their marketplaceBuilds and nurtures Centers of Influence (community presence network and external partners)to generate external referralsUtilizes the 360-degree view of the customer to generate or act upon internal referrals to or from credit and financial servicesDevelops expertise and working knowledge within Ag segments serving as a Trusted AdvisorEmbraces the transformation of the Association through adoption and utilization of new processes procedures and digital tools with the intent to deliver a high-level customer experienceRequired Education or ExperiencePosition requires a Masters degree in Agriculture Agri-Business Economics Finance Business or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential functions of the job.We offer hybrid work options after two months of employment with Farm Credit East. Hybrid work options are determined based on job role and balancing the needs of the customers the team and individual work performance. This will be reviewed based on manager discretion.Compensation and Benefits:Salary Range: $95000-$145000commensurate with experienceShort-Term Incentive to reward business resultsRetirement Contributions :401k match up to 6% of salary;or for those unable to take full advantage of the 401(k) match verified student loan payments may qualify for an employer match in your 401(k) up to 6% of salaryDefined Contribution retirement plan funded at 2-9% of salary depending on years of serviceTime Off:15-25 days of vacation leave per year depending on years of service12 days of holiday leave per year7.5 days of sick leave in your first year followed by 12 days of sick leave per year thereafter; unlimited rollover of unused sick leave year to yearPaid Parental Leave: Up to 80 hours of paid leave for birthing non-birthing and adoptive parentsFamily Care Leave: Additional leave options available under FMLA and company policyHealth and Insurance:Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans including preventive care and wellness programs to support your overall health and well-beingHealth Savings AccountLife insurance at 2x base payAccidental Death and Dismemberment insurance at 2x base payLong-term disability insurance at 2/3 base payAdditional Benefits:Tuition reimbursementContinuing education and trainingEmployee Assistance Program offering a wide variety of tools and resourcesBenefits Eligibility:Eligibility Begins: First of the month following your hire dateEligible Employees: Full-time employees working 30 hours per week; Part-Time employees working 20 hours per week.Farm Credit East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age marital status disability status protected veteran status genetic information or any other status protected by federal state or local law. It is our goal to make employment decisions that further the principle of equal employment opportunity by utilizing objective standards based upon an individuals qualifications for a specific job compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if you have a disability and would like a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a position with Farm Credit East please call 1- or e-mail Required Experience:IC Key Skills Sales Experience,Crane,Customer Service,Communication skills,Heavy Equipment Operation,Microsoft Word,Case Management,OSHA,Team Management,Catheterization,Microsoft Outlook Calendar,EHS Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 95000 - 145000