BSA - AML Specialist I

It starts with our culture......Common sense has never been common.

If it were, the world would be a different place. Things would run smoothly and on time. People would do what they say and say what they do. Everything would be fair, without all the small talk. And banks would only sell you what you need. When a banker looked at a client, they wouldn't just see a number, they'd see a dad or a mom or a graduate or a business owner. Our Bankers understand the complexities of people's lives and offer simple solutions.

That's the basics of Relationships. Fairness. Simplicity. When you choose our Company, you have an opportunity to make an impact beyond the walls of our buildings.

We have a long-standing commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Through our banking relationships, investing, grants, and volunteerism, NBH Bank promotes the growth, revitalization, and sustainability of the communities we serve. We believe that these are important elements in building and sustaining a successful organization and a positive, results-driven culture. We strive for all of our associates to feel welcome and empowered at work.

As an AML Specialist I, you will be responsible for maintaining current knowledge and consistent compliance with regulations and bank policies and procedures related to the position, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements, industry best practices, criminal typologies and developing trends. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks including possessing a thorough knowledge of bank's BSA program, procedures and processes, assisting the BSA Management team in monitoring BSA compliance in all Banking Divisions, maintaining a thorough knowledge of other areas of banking (consumer banking, wire transfers, lending) to adequately assess client activity, and ensuring efficient identification and monitoring of suspicious activities and transactions. You will independently perform assigned investigations including 90 day reviews, and provide analysis and documentation as needed, review monitoring activities in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; prepare written Reputational Risk alerts, or investigative reports and submit to AML Manager or appropriate designee; ensure adequate documentation and follow up activities are present to substantiate conclusions. Additionally, AML Specialist Is are expected to assist AML management in suspicious activity monitoring and reporting functions, 314a process, and 314b process, including setting priorities and criteria, approving SAR filings as needed and, as necessary closing accounts, assist in identifying systemic procedural weaknesses and additional training requirements for the bank build a great rapport with clients and fellow associates, and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

All associates are expected to maintain current knowledge and consistent compliance with regulations and bank policies and procedures related to the position, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements.

Minimum Requirements: To be considered for this position, you must possess the following qualifications.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
• 1+ years of work-related experience and/or training.

Desired Qualifications: To be considered an ideal candidate, you should possess some of the following qualifications:

• 3+ years' work or related certification such as CAMS, CFE or CRCM.
• A solid understanding of AML/related regulations and regulatory BSA programs.

Skills and Abilities: Below is a general list of desired skills and abilities; this is not an exhaustive list.

• Previous experience with data manipulation, pivot tables
• Excellent written communication skills. Report Writing experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office applications which include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with mastery of Excel.
• Must be self-directed and able to prioritize multiple duties.
• Self-directed and motivated to accomplish tasks, meet objectives and committed timelines.
• Strong client service skills with the ability to interact in a professional manner with both internal and external clients.
• Ability to interact with others in a professional and tactful manner including treating them with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.

We are a culture that believes that people are our greatest asset and are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in bringing clarity and simplicity to our associates (employees) and clients. Our decisions are made efficiently, fairly, and locally. Our success is directly tied to the communities we serve. It is equally important for us to look through the lens of our applicants and associates to identify their individual needs. As such, we want to share the following:

• We are committed to our core value of meritocracy and supporting our associates in growing within their role
• When completing certain tasks, an associate may need to be able to grasp, push, pull, lift, bend, raise and hold hands and arms overhead.

• Office setting with traditional hours.
• Standing for extended periods of time (typically no longer than 8 hours).
• Must be able to work at a rapid pace for long periods of time (typically no longer than 8 hours).
• Must be able to work overtime to the extent necessary.
• Must be able to travel infrequently - estimated at less than 10% of the time.

Benefits:

In addition to your financial compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package that includes insurance, 401k, an associate stock purchase program, paid time off, associate banking perks. For more information about the benefits offered click here.

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Thank you for your application!
The Bank is committed to providing qualified applicants and associates reasonable accommodation, when necessary, to enable the individuals to complete the application process and/or perform the essential functions of the job. An applicant and/or associate requiring reasonable accommodation to perform any essential job function, should contact Human Resources.

The Bank's policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The Bank is proud to be a drug-free workplace.

Selected candidate(s) for hire must complete the following prior to employment: a criminal history report, global screen, drug screen, employment credit report and if applicable, a driving record. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.