Ethics and Internal Analyst I

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Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the nation. Woodforest National Bank is privately owned, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan is the largest shareholder. We focus on building relationships and discovering opportunities to better serve our communities and understand the financial needs of every customer we serve. At Woodforest we care and prove it by volunteering with local charities and foodbanks to give back to the communities we serve. By joining Woodforest you will become a part of one of the largest employee-owned banks in the country!

The Ethics and Internal Analyst I serves as a resource to identify and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets. This role typically involves working closely with the Senior Ethics & Internal Analyst, as well as various other departments and business units to understand their data needs and provide insights that help inform business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently assesses risks to address root causes that persistently lead to operational risk losses by challenging both historical and proposed practices.
• Direct focus on data governance and processes necessary to identify, evaluate, mitigate, and monitor risks, fraud, and data exposure.
• Contribute to a high-performance and security culture, emphasizing core initiatives, and developing and executing on current and future strategies that map to the business goals.
• Always conform to the highest standards of conduct and ethics, including sound honesty and integrity.
• Collects, documents, and analyzes data to assess performance and compliance with bank procedures, regulations, service standards and management policies.
  
  

Competencies Required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to effectively interact with all levels within the organization.
• Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, MapPoint) including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and SharePoint.
• Comprehensive understanding of banking policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Critical thinking skills, decision making and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with superior attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy, combined with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and projects with competing priorities and to instill a sense of urgency in others as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment effectively managing multiple and changing priorities.
• Self-motivated, problem solver, results oriented, and business savvy.
• Proactive self-starter, with a keen eye towards continuous process improvement and the ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with superior attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present detailed and complex data into concise and understandable information.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with developed problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with solid judgment and discretion.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  
  

Job

Operations

Primary Location

Texas-The Woodlands

Schedule

Full-time

Work Locations

TX - Operations Center-0100

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Organization

Texas - Houston

Minimum Qualifications/Experience

• 1+ years’ progressive report writing or data analytics experience; or a combination of directly related education and experience required.
• 2+ years of experience in the banking or financial services industry with well-rounded exposure to branch operations and risk management required.
  
  

Formal Education & Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  
  

Work Status

• Full-Time.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

• None.
  
  

Travel

• Up to 10% travel expected.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Conditions involve lifting no more than ten pounds, sitting most of the time, but may involve walking, moving, or standing for brief periods, and occasionally lifting and carrying articles like files, ledgers, folders, etc.
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Woodforest is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or regulation.