Hancock Whitney

Branch Risk Management Reviewer

Hancock Whitney Plaza - Gulfport, MS Full time

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JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY:

The Regional Banking Risk Management Reviewer monitors and measures operational risks across financial centers through structured audit activities and consultative support. This role ensures compliance with regulatory and internal policies, provides subject matter expertise to Retail leadership, supports procedural development and training of associates. The Risk Management Reviewer plays a key role in reducing corporate loss, promoting operational excellence, and supporting financial center transitions and integrations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Completes the risk management and compliance review schedule as assigned; documents and reports findings; performs follow-up reviews; and provides individualized training on substandard rated reviews.
  • Reviews financial center Safe Deposit Box documentation for procedure adherence and system setup to include oversight of both the input and clearing of exceptions as part of the Risk Management Review program.
  • Leads Safe Deposit Box Escheatment efforts for all States where the Bank maintains safe deposit box operations.
  • Reviews and track Retail Operations Leader (ROL) Control Assessments and Vault Audit submissions from Retail Leadership.
  • Conducts notary administration tasks as required.
  • Provides consultative guidance to Retail leadership on Risk Management Review findings and process enhancements.
  • Collaborates with Retail QA, Compliance, and Learning & Development to recommend and develop policies, forms, and training materials.
  • Facilitates audit result discussions via conference calls and presentations to business partners.
  • Leads or supports special projects related to Retail risk operations.
  • Stays abreast of regulatory requirements affecting financial center operations and recommend process improvements.
  • Assists in financial center openings, closings, acquisitions, and mergers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 2 years of experience in retail banking, financial center operations, or risk/audit functions, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong understanding of operational audit practices, compliance regulations, and customer service protocols. Excellent analytical, communication, and consultative skills.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • 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 travel 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.