APR 16 · 2026TAKEOVER METER
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Role File · Critical Risk

Bank Teller.

Processes customer deposits, withdrawals, and payments. Highly vulnerable to ATM networks and mobile banking.

US workers

510K

Avg. salary

$31K

AI risk

82%

Horizon

2-3 years

Assessment

Where this role sits on the index.

Automation risk82%

This role sits on the front line of displacement — meaningful automation within 2–3 years.

The Brief

What's at stake.

Bank tellers handle routine cash transactions, verify checks, and process deposits. ATM networks have already eliminated many teller positions. Mobile banking, digital wallets, and AI fraud detection systems further reduce need for human tellers. Remaining roles increasingly require sales skills.

Task Analysis

Where the work goes.

AI will handle

  • 01Process deposits and withdrawals
  • 02Verify checks and documents
  • 03Manage cash drawers
  • 04Process payments
  • 05Ensure accuracy

You stay relevant

  • 01Open new accounts
  • 02Sell banking products
  • 03Handle complex customer inquiries

Stay ahead

The playbook.

Required

Core skills

  • Mathematical accuracy
  • Customer service
  • Computer skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Cash handling

Emerging

Future skills

  • Sales skills
  • Financial advisory
  • Relationship building

Leverage

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Sources

How we built this file.

01Bureau of Labor Statistics
02American Bankers Association

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