Compliance Officer - Brokerage - Securities Admin - Bowie, MD

WesBanco Bank Inc.
70,000-$73,000 annually. The position includes 22 PTO Days (Paid Time Off), 5 STD Days (Short Term Disability), 11 annual paid holidays
paid time off, paid holidays, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, Maryland, Bowie
1525 Pointer Ridge Place (Show on map)
Dec 05, 2025
Summary Responsible for conducting reviews and performing regulatory monitoring as required under Written Supervisory Procedures to assess the organization's level of compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Expected to work independently with minimal supervision within team to lead in the identification and assessment of risks within the company, through the execution of procedures designed to evaluate the compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards. In addition, expected to make recommendations to management for closing gaps identified during the reviews. The Securities industry is highly regulated. This person will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training timely and maintain professional licenses as required. Essential Function Banking is a highly regulated industry and you will be expected to acquire and maintain a proficiency in the Bank's policies and procedures, and adhere to all laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to your conduct and the work you will be performing. You will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training in a timely manner. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Maintain ongoing understanding of FINRA rules and regulations; BSA & AML. Assist with the development of WSI's (WesBanco Securities Inc.) risk and compliance management practices and programs. Ability to disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activity. Provide compliance guidance to licensed advisors and licensed bankers and support staff. Assist to resolve complaints. Review new accounts for suitability and best interest and day-to-day broker activity. Assist in review and implementation of WSI's compliance program to ensure effectiveness. Assist with testing of procedures and creation of new procedures with changing regulatory needs. Assist in licensing and FINRA Regulatory & Firm Element and insurance continuing education for all licensed individuals. Assist with internal and external audits. Assist with the formulation/taking correction actions when necessary to respond unexpected compliance events. Review communications of advisors. Assist with compliance review of all marketing/sales material. Assist with various communication and training as needed with staff and registered representatives. Assist with branch reviews. Preparation of various reports. Electronic communication review. Knowledge Ability to administer various filings on the CRD System. In-depth knowledge of a broad range of securities and insurance products. In-depth knowledge of FINRA rules and regulations and Securities and Risk Management principles. In-depth knowledge of current economic and market conditions and legislation. In-depth knowledge of criteria for determining suitability of proposed purchase of securities/insurance products for each individual client's needs. In-depth knowledge of legal principles of client's capacity/authority to transact business, and the authority of agents, attorneys in fact, executors, administrators and others to transact business on client's behalf. Skills Ability to exercise independent sound, judgment and discretion and understand when assistance is needed. Must be able to work effectively with a wide variety of departments, managers, staff, clients and auditors. Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze products and services, and vendors. Represents the Company in civic, community and industry functions to network and develop additional business. Computer Skills Solid computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Information: The wage range for the Compliance Officer - Brokerage position is $70,000-$73,000 annually. The position includes 22 PTO Days (Paid Time Off), 5 STD Days (Short Term Disability), 11 annual paid holidays and 1 float holiday. WesBanco has an excellent benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care Flexible Spending, Transportation Fringe Benefit Plan, Group Life, Long Term Disability, Optional Life, access to voluntary benefit products such as Cancer, Term & Universal Life, Accident, Short-Term Disability and Critical Illness policies, and other ancillary benefit products. WesBanco also offers 401(k) with employee match.