Junior Compliance Officer

Job Description:

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Compliance Officer to join our Public Trust Company in South Dakota. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in a regulated fiduciary environment, supporting trust administration and client servicing. We will train the junior professional in the responsibilities of the role.

The Junior Compliance Officer will support the execution of our BSA/AML and regulatory compliance program. That means running FinCEN 314(a) searches, conducting OFAC screenings, reviewing client risk profiles, and processing background checks on new and existing account holders. You will also assist with filings to the South Dakota Division of Banking, bank franchise tax payments, and keeping our compliance documentation current and well-organized.

Key Responsibilities:

The following responsibilities will be done in connection with the compliance officer and trust officers:

·      Conduct bi-weekly FinCEN 314(a) searches and maintain complete records of each review

·      Conduct Background checks and OFAC screenings on new and existing account holders

·      Assist with periodic client risk profile assessments

·      Assist with annual bank franchise tax filings and regulatory reporting to the South Dakota Division of Banking, including FRS submissions

·      Review internal suspicious activity reports (SARs) and assist with SAR filings to FinCEN when required

Requirements and Essential Skills:

·      Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

·      0–2 years of experience in a related field

·      Basic understanding of fiduciary structures and trust operations

·      Familiarity with AML/KYC concepts

·      Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

·      Good organizational skills and ability to follow processes

·      Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·      Proactive attitude and willingness to support different teams

·      Teamwork and collaboration

·      Fluency in Portuguese or Spanish is a genuine advantage given our client base.

Preferred Qualifications:

·      Interest in compliance, trust structures and fiduciary services

·      Exposure to international clients or multi-jurisdictional environments

·      Willingness to develop a long-term career in trust compliance

Work Schedule:

Our standard work hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Compensation:

This is a salaried position. Base salary will be dependent on work experience. Position comes with retirement benefits, 20 PTO days and medical insurance.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume to ldelgado@saintjosephgroup.com