Operations Associate II

- (066360)

At Bank of the West, our people are having a positive impact on the world. We’re investing where we feel we can make the most impact, like advancing diversity and women entrepreneurship programs, financing for more small businesses, and promoting programs for sustainable energy. From our locations across the U.S., Bank of the West is taking action to help protect the planet, improve people’s lives, and strengthen communities. We are part of BNP Paribas, a global leader supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Yes, we’re a bank, but as the bank for a changing world, we are continually seeking to improve the ways we help our customers, while contributing to more sustainable and equitable growth.

Job Description Summary

Responsible for performing various operational activities and provide support in assigned unit. Assists Operational Unit meet service levels consistently by coordinating information among internal/external customers and resolving more complex and escalated operational issues.

Essential Job Functions

• Responds to various complex operational issues for internal and/or external customers.
  
• Identifies operational improvements.
  
• Reviews and analyzes daily reports and makes recommendations as necessary.
  
• Resolves escalated issues from internal and external customers.
  
• Maintains thorough knowledge of unit policies, procedures, standards and workflow.

Other Job Duties

• May act as a lead or coach to less experienced staff.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• Requires practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
• Requires 3 years minimum prior relevant experience.
• Prior experience in the Financial Services industry, preferably Banking or Investment Management preferred.

Skills

• Complete knowledge of the products, policies and processes related to unit assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) for completing daily work; Strong knowledge of Appian / TouchPoint / Host and other computer systems preferred.
• Complete knowledge of banking operations as related to ACH, BSC, Foreign Exchange, Global Trade Operations (GTO), Transcation Processing, Wire transfer and Treasury Capital Markets operations (TCMO). Knowledge and ability to spot red flags in processing transactions, working knowledge of CDD and KYC programs and policies.
• Good communication skills both oral and written; Able to work in fast paced environment while meeting tight deadlines for completion of work; Good customer service skills required; Ability to work well with all people across all levels within and outside the organization.

Wealth Management Group - Client Services

• Performs key functions in areas of Service, Research, and Account Services in support of WMG groups KCG & GIFS. Manages requests from clients and sales professionals for all service needs; Responds to client and advisor inquiries with a focus on "one call resolution"; Initiate transfer of funds & other transactional activity at the clients request and follows through to ensure successful completion; Partner with Privilege Connect and other business partners to successfully resolve all escalated service issues.
• Account Services functions include New Accounts & Maintenance; Prepares, edits, distributes documentation for new account opening; Performs review and approval of all new accounts and account maintenance items; Properly verify that the regulatory requirements for various account registration types has been met; Ensure documentation accuracy; Perform data entry of complex new accounts and maintenance items; Ensure adherence with Books & Records requirements for regulatory reporting and supervision; Manage activities required to maintain Book of Business, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of all internal/external systems, including all systems of record(SOR) and CRM tools for PCS, GIFS and BWIS as well as external insurance carriers; Ensure updates are made in accordance with relevant licensing requirements.
• Perform Documentation & Scan/Mail functions including process all incoming mail timely, accurately, ensure time/date stamp is applied and activity is logged into the relevant blotters for processing; Complete multiple outgoing daily mail batches in accordance with processing deadlines which require MS Word & MS Excel skills); Process documents into the Ops workflow system through document identification and accurate labeling of work item by entry of required variables; Manage and maintain client and account documentation in accordance with Bank policies.

Hourly Hiring Range:

$18.03 - $29.33

The Base Salary opportunity can vary based on Candidate’s geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

To protect the health and safety of our Employees and Customers, Bank of the West may require all U.S. Employees to provide proof of their vaccination status, and Employees who are not fully vaccinated may be required to undergo regular testing.

Benefits: Visit https://www.bankofthewest.com/about-us/careers/benefits.html for Benefits Information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Bank of the West is an Equal Opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers without regard to any status protected by applicable law. Bank of the West is also an Affirmative Action employer - Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran.

Bank of the West will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance subject to the requirements of all state and federal laws and regulations.

Primary Location United States-Nebraska-Omaha

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Job Posting Dec 14, 2022, 11:36:10 AM