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Bank Teller CV Example and Writing Guide

Banks hire tellers who are accurate, trustworthy and service-minded. Emphasise cash balancing accuracy, transaction volumes, compliance awareness (KYC and AML) and any product referrals you generated.

What employers look for in a Bank Teller

  • Cash-handling accuracy
  • KYC / AML awareness
  • Customer service
  • Product cross-selling
  • Attention to detail

Bank Teller CV example

Use this sample as inspiration. Replace every number and detail with your own real achievements.

Your Name

Bank Teller

City, Country · phone · email@example.com · linkedin.com/in/yourname

Professional profile

Bank teller with 5+ years of experience processing deposits, withdrawals and transfers in busy branches. Balanced cash drawers with 100% accuracy and consistently met product referral targets. Knowledgeable in KYC, AML and fraud-prevention procedures.

Experience — key achievements

  • Processed 150+ customer transactions daily with a 100% cash balancing record over 3 years
  • Referred 120+ customers to savings and credit products, exceeding referral targets by 25%
  • Detected and reported 8 suspicious transactions in line with AML procedures
  • Reduced average customer wait time by 20% by streamlining counter workflows
  • Handled foreign currency exchange for 30+ customers per week with full accuracy
  • Mentored 3 new tellers on cash procedures and compliance checks

Skills

Cash Handling · Deposits & Withdrawals · KYC Procedures · AML Compliance · Core Banking Software · Fraud Detection · Customer Service · Cross-Selling · Cheque Processing · Foreign Exchange · Attention to Detail · Numeracy

Entry-level Bank Teller CV profile

No experience yet? Lead with education, projects and transferable skills. Here is a profile you can adapt:

Detail-oriented Commerce graduate with cash-handling experience from retail work and strong numerical skills. Trustworthy, customer-focused and familiar with basic banking products. Seeking a bank teller role to begin a career in financial services.

Career objective version: Accurate and customer-oriented professional seeking a bank teller role to deliver efficient, secure transactions and build long-term customer relationships.

Typical Bank Teller responsibilities

Do not copy duties straight onto your CV. Instead, turn each one into an achievement with a number — for example, how many, how much, or how much faster.

  • Process deposits, withdrawals and transfers
  • Balance cash drawer daily
  • Verify customer identity (KYC)
  • Identify suspicious activity
  • Promote suitable banking products

Key skills for a Bank Teller CV

Cash HandlingDeposits & WithdrawalsKYC ProceduresAML ComplianceCore Banking SoftwareFraud DetectionCustomer ServiceCross-SellingCheque ProcessingForeign ExchangeAttention to DetailNumeracy

Read our guide to the CV skills section and how to use CV keywords.

Certifications worth listing

  • Banking fundamentals / IBP certificate
  • AML awareness training
  • Customer service certificate

Requirements vary by country and employer — always check the job advert and the relevant licensing body.

How to write a stronger Bank Teller CV

  1. 1

    Put your target job title — "Bank Teller" — directly under your name so recruiters and ATS see the match immediately.

  2. 2

    Open with a three-line profile: experience level, two or three core skills and one measurable result.

  3. 3

    Write experience bullets as action verb + task + result. Aim for a number in at least half of your bullets.

  4. 4

    Mirror the exact skills and tools named in the job advert, but only those you genuinely have.

  5. 5

    Use a clean, single-column layout and save as a text-based PDF unless the employer asks for Word.

Applying abroad?

CV conventions — photo, length, personal details — change from country to country. Read the guide for your target market:

Bank Teller CV — frequently asked questions

What should I include in a Bank Teller CV?

Include a short professional profile, reverse-chronological experience with measurable achievements, a skills section and your education. Employers hiring for bank teller roles especially look for: cash-handling accuracy, kyc / aml awareness, customer service.

What are the best skills for a Bank Teller CV?

Strong bank teller CVs usually feature skills such as Cash Handling, Deposits & Withdrawals, KYC Procedures, AML Compliance, Core Banking Software, Fraud Detection. Match the exact wording of the job advert and prove key skills inside your experience bullets.

Which certifications help a Bank Teller CV stand out?

Depending on your country and level, useful credentials include Banking fundamentals / IBP certificate, AML awareness training, Customer service certificate. List them with the year achieved or your expected completion date.

How long should a Bank Teller CV be?

One page for students and early-career candidates; two pages for most experienced professionals. Senior or highly specialised candidates may need more, but every line should be relevant to the role.

Can I create a Bank Teller CV for free?

Yes. The BuildCVFast builder is free to use. Choose "Bank Teller" as your job title to load a starting profile, skills and bullet points, then edit them with your own details and download a PDF.