Summer Intern- Bank Secrecy Act

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JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY:
The Bank Secrecy Act Intern is responsible for assisting in the monitoring and reporting of customer and transaction information in accordance with the requirements of the Bank Secrecy Act and related laws and regulations. Specific duties may include the preparation and review of Currency Transaction Reports and monetary instrument recordkeeping requirements, monitoring of Customer Identification Program (CIP) compliance through validation and exception reporting, and/or support of day-to-day BSA operations related to Office of Foreign Assets Control and Sanctions screening.
The Intern is responsible for participating in and contributing to a variety of initiatives and projects as well while gaining a working hands-on knowledge of the subject matter(s) covered. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, developing expertise in the assigned areas, analyzing and reporting on various subjects, coordinating efforts across and within business lines, assisting with various client activities and communicating with various levels of internal staff and external clients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Examines system generated reports to determine if situations meet the established criteria for filing of CTR's or recordkeeping requirements.
• Conducts analysis on transactional data to make determinations of irregular activity through understanding of industry norms, historical customer activity and regulatory definitions of suspicious activity.
• Conducts investigations of suspect account activity using the Bank's resources (i.e., system software, reports, databases, and system applications).
• Reviews Customer Identification Program (CIP) exception reports and automated verification alerts to determine if exceptions to regulatory requirements and/or Bank policy have occurred, distributes notification of exceptions to responsible bank associates, and monitors responses to insure timely and effective resolution of exceptions.
• Reviews system generated alerts and referrals from Operating Units of the bank involving customers and transactions that may represent violations of OFAC sanctions and other watch lists utilized by the bank, and refers potential risk issues to management for further action.
• Participates in meetings with management to learn about the company's objectives and processes.
• Proactively seeks knowledge and mentorship from team members and leaders to develop a thorough understanding of banking products, services, programs and systems.
• Responsible for participating in the development, planning, or execution of assigned projects or programs.
• Supports team members with scheduled daily tasks, reporting and ad hoc requests.
• Provides administrative support by preparing executive summary reports, proposals, presentations, or related tasks.
• Participates in special projects or other assignments, as needed, to support the department.
• Participates in the department's various continuous improvement initiatives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree required, or recent college graduate.
• Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Computer Science, Pre-law majors, or relative fields preferred.
• Be a highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possesses critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis. Note, Hancock Whitney will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation to support immigration sponsorship or benefit including but not limited to optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate related equipment to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an "undue hardship" then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.