Compliance Assistant

We are seeking a Compliance Assistant for our Yoakum Office

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to handle a wide range of responsibilities.

Job Function:

• Works extensively with the Compliance and BSA officer.
• This position monitors compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Lead and encourage a positive working environment with a can-do attitude which fosters our core values.
• Perform other related duties assigned.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong Organizational Skills- Ability to develop and maintain to-do lists, documents, databases, or systems as requested to track and organize information.
• Accuracy and Quality – Ability to achieve a high standard with work processes and outcomes, can complete tasks with acute attention to details; monitors and checks work for precision, clarity, and completeness; produces quality results.
• Strong Project Management Skills- Excellent research and analytical skills to review information and draw appropriate conclusions. Ability to work independently on multiple assignments while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and adaptable-Able to work under pressure and handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Communication- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Effective interaction with all levels of management, regulators, examiners, auditors is necessary while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Dependability – Ability to make self available for work on a consistent and timely basis with infrequent unplanned absences; ability to ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; ability to follow instructions and respond to managements directions.
• Teamwork – Flexible team player, willing to adapt to changes and unafraid of challenges.
• Continuous Learning – Undertake continuous learning and self-study to stay abreast of changing regulations and emerging issues. Ability to be self-motivated and exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Knowledge of general banking policies /procedures.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools and an aptitude for learning new software and systems.
• Completing clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, scanning, and organizing.
• Must present a professional appearance and demeanor.

Education:

Required

High School Diploma

Benefits:

Yoakum National Bank is a competitive employer and provides many benefits from a choice of insurance coverages to company-matched 401k contributions.

Who we are:

Yoakum National Bank was chartered in 1890 and remains to this day a full-service, local financial institution, focused on providing banking services and personal loans to individuals and small business owners both from Yoakum, Texas and from the surrounding South Texas area. We are in the growth mode and expect to be growing substantially in size, reach, and range of services over the next several years.

Yoakum National Bank conducts employment background checks that may be used for decisions related to employment with Yoakum National Bank. Standard background checks performed on final candidates include past employment verifications, criminal history checks on convictions, outstanding arrest warrants within the past seven years and a credit check. Additional background checks relevant to the role may include a motor vehicle registration check. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.