International Services Specialist

The South State story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward. Since our beginnings in the 1930s to becoming a trusted financial partner across the South and beyond - we are known for combining personal relationships with forward-thinking solutions. We are committed to helping our team members find their success while maintaining the integrity of our values: building trust, fostering lasting relationships and pursuing excellence.

At South State, individual contributions are recognized, potential is cultivated and team members are inspired to achieve their greater purpose. Your future begins here!

It is the responsibility of the International Services Specialist to take ownership of all tasks and challenges that they encounter in the operation of their assigned position. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, processing transactions in various operational systems with a high degree of accuracy. Works in a fast-paced environment balancing multiple requests simultaneously. Independently leverages technology and resources to achieve routine efficiencies.

Provides extraordinary customer service in a professional team environment.

Provides extraordinary customer service to customers, colleagues, and associates (both internal and external) enthusiastically, professionally and with confidence through various means of communication Responsible for the accurate processing of international transactions through various systems which includes the entry of detailed information for accounts, wire processing, trading foreign currency, processing settlement transaction, processing check transactions, determine decision of OFAC issues, etc. Leverages technology and resources appropriately to perform various functions efficiently including communications, recordkeeping, reporting, etc.

Researches and resolves issues independently Provides knowledge sharing with team members to strengthen understanding of processes, controls, and regulatory requirements Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals Remain knowledgeable of changes affecting processing that may create operational or service opportunities Apply knowledge of compliance (BSA/AML, OFAC, etc.) to transaction processing and eliminate questionable situations Strive to achieve an in-depth understanding of international processing as well as a general understanding of other Division services Maintain good relationship with internal and external customers, management team, and other contacts Ensure that the Bank’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and regulatory guidelines are strictly complied with Provide assistance to other employees by liaising with them through healthy and positive interactions Be involved in performing marketing endeavors/efforts Continuously update skills by participating in professional training Seek opportunities to improve skills through cross-training offered by the Bank All other tasks, responsibilities, or duties, as directed by management Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Possess and ability to provide fast, professional, and accurate information Capable of working at a fast-paced environment Ability to consistently meet service level standards and goals Ability to manage multiple requires simultaneously Problem solver, resourceful, independent worker Works at faster than average pace Positive attitude Attentive to details Organized, able to multi-task, and flexible Confident, competitive, ability to provide clear and concise communication Team Environment Oriented

Education:

Minimum high School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience:

0-2 years related experience and/or training Certifications/Specific Knowledge:
Must be familiar with email systems, Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Internet Explorer and basic personal…