Liaison Specialist I

As a leading bank, SouthState has been providing financial solutions to individuals, families, and businesses for more than 100 years.

SouthState team members strive to create remarkable experiences while building meaningful and lasting relationships. We are proud to be a reflection of the communities we serve, and our team members share core values that make SouthState a great place to bank, and a great place to work.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES

It is the responsibility of the Liaison Specialist I to take ownership of all tasks and challenges that they encounter in the operation of their assigned position. This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of administrative and staff support services to the Corporate Real Estate department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of the Liaison Specialist I to take ownership of all tasks and challenges that they encounter in the operation of their assigned position.

• Oversee the maintenance of a database for vendors to assist the facility managers as needed.

• Assist Facility Managers with sending letters to vendors as needed.

• Assist and maintain proper initial payment review and assignment for all bank related invoices

• Work as our department liaison with Workday and Accounting to ensure that all CRE priorities (i.e., Payables, Budget, etc.) are in place and completed. (2-3 day payable processing time-frame for completing input and output)

• Assist with the initial set up of New Vendors and/or updates to Existing Vendors information within the Vendor Management Program to ensure timely processing of payables.

• Provide input and information as necessary to assist in building the facility management system to assist facility managers.

• Assist Facility Managers with obtaining Vendor Certificates of Insurance.

• Strive to provide timely, quality response and information to all support, line, and areas of Senior Management as directed.

• Attend and participate in any needed department/bank meetings.

• Participate and assist with the Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity Plan as required.

• Proper and timely communication as needed/required to all areas.

• Assist with mergers and acquisitions as needed.

• Provide a positive attitude in the daily and long-range mission of SouthState Bank, N.A.

• Be a team player with a clear vision to assist internal and external customers.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCIES

• Computer skills required, including Word and Excel, attention to detail, Interacts well with employees and customers

Qualifications, Education, and Certification Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma

• Experience: Previous administrative experience strongly preferred. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills. Work well independently and handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Certifications/Specific Knowledge: Computer skills required, including Word and Excel, attention to detail, Interacts well with employees and customers.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/CLASSES

Required annual compliance training; New Employee Orientation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to effectively access and interpret information on computer screens, documents, reports, and cash denominations, and identify customers. This position requires a large amount of time in front of a computer. This can be done sitting or standing with use of the right desk. This position may require bending and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position is located inside a cooled and heated facility with ability to go to a break room or rest room during breaks.