Digital Operations Specialist

Leader Bank; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan with match

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Leader Bank seeks a Digital Banking Operations Specialist to support onboarding, funding, and ongoing digital services. You will perform risk reviews, assist with payments and card servicing, and help maintain regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional client experiences.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment to support evolving digital banking initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated attention to detail in banking or financial operations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written, with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new digital banking tools and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage digital account opening, onboarding, and funding activities in line with policies.
• Perform due diligence and risk reviews (CIP, KYC, OFAC, identity verification, fraud monitoring).
• Support digital banking products and services (transfers, payments, card servicing, disputes).
• Administer deposit servicing functions (account maintenance, check orders, brokered CDs, beneficiary updates).
• Deliver exceptional client service by addressing inquiries and coordinating with internal/third-party partners.
• Participate in testing, process improvements, and product enhancements for digital banking.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and internal controls across operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Client-focused communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leader Bank is looking for exceptionally dedicated team members to join one of the region’s fastest growing community banks and mortgage lenders. At the time of its founding in 2002, Leader Bank had one branch office, $6.5 million in assets and 7 team members. Since then, the Bank has become one of the most successful banks in Massachusetts with $4 billion in assets, more than 400 team members, 6 branch offices, and annual mortgage originations of over $2 billion.Exemplary products and an innovative spirit have driven Leader Bank’s rapid growth over the years, and our team members embrace these values. Our mission is to obsess over our clients, make them feel valued, and maintain long-term relationships with them by constantly enhancing our products and processes to always be improving our client experience. For our team members, Leader Bank prioritizes competitive compensation and benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and an environment that fosters diversity and inclusion.SummaryWe are seeking a Digital Banking Operations Specialist to support the day-to-day operations of Leader Bank’s digital banking products and services. This role is responsible for delivering a seamless and secure client experience through digital onboarding, payment support, account servicing, risk review, and operational excellence.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, client-focused, and committed to delivering exceptional service while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, Bank policies, and internal controls. As Leader Bank continues to expand its digital banking capabilities, this role will play a key part in supporting products, services, and operational initiatives that enhance the client experience and drive operational efficiency.ResponsibilitiesManage digital account opening, onboarding, and funding activities while ensuring a seamless client experience and adherence to Bank policies and procedures.Perform customer due diligence and risk review activities, including CIP, KYC, OFAC, identity verification, fraud monitoring support, and escalation of potential suspicious activity in accordance with Bank procedures.Support digital banking products and services, including transaction limit requests, external transfers, payment operations, card servicing, dispute management, and related operational functions.Administer deposit servicing activities, including account maintenance, check orders, brokered CDs, beneficiary updates, and other client servicing functions.Deliver exceptional client service by responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and collaborating with internal departments and third-party partners.Participate in system testing, process improvement initiatives, product enhancements, and operational projects that support the Bank’s digital banking strategy.Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and internal controls while supporting additional operational and client service functions as assigned to meet evolving business and departmental needs.QualificationsExperience in banking, financial services, fintech, deposit operations, payment operations, card services, fraud prevention, customer operations, or a related operational environment preferred.Knowledge of digital banking services, deposit operations, card processing, payment operations, dispute management, fraud monitoring, or related operational functions preferred.Experience supporting customer onboarding, account servicing, payment processing, or client support activities preferred.Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.Strong verbal and written communication skills with a client-focused mindset.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new systems and technologies.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Leader Bank salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance.Salary Minimum: 56,000.00 - Salary Max: 68,000.00The range listed is just one component of Leader Bank’s total compensation package for team members. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, commissions, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Leader Bank provides a variety of benefits to eligible team members, including health insurance coverage, a team member wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off and vacation.Leader Bank offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: 401k plan with corporate match, medical and dental insurance, and the opportunity to work for a fast growing, local organization.Leader Bank, N.A. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military status, veteran status or any other protected class.Leader Bank is an E-Verify participant.* For more information, click on the links below:https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/images/manuals/EVParticipationPoster.JPGhttps://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/images/manuals/IERPoster.jpg* E-Verify is a registered trademark of U.S. Department of Homeland Security