Compliance Advisor

Compliance Advisor Req #245 Eastpoint, 1901 Eastpoint Pkwy, Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (

NASDAQ:

SYBT), parent company of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Company, with offices in Louisville, Central, Eastern and Northern Kentucky, as well as the Indianapolis, Indiana and Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan markets.

Job Title:

Compliance Advisor FLSA Status:

Exempt Department:

Compliance Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00

PM General Job Summary:

The Compliance Advisor serves as a second-line compliance risk partner to assigned business unit(s), helping to identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risk across products, services, processes, and customer interactions. In partnership with frontline stakeholders, this role strengthens the effectiveness of the compliance management system through risk assessment, monitoring and testing, issue management, complaint oversight, training, and regulatory change implementation, while providing clear reporting and actionable insights to leadership.

Organizational Duties and Responsibilities:

Supports the mission, vision, and values of the Bank and complies with all organizational policies and procedures. Supports department and enterprise activities that promote compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

(75%) Leads and strengthens the compliance management framework for assigned business unit(s) through the following responsibilities: Serves as the compliance subject matter expert for assigned business unit(s), translating regulatory developments into practical guidance, credible challenge, and sustainable control enhancements Maintains compliance risk assessments, regulatory applicability analyses, and risk-control inventories to evaluate exposure across new and existing products, services, processes, and third-party relationships Executes second-line monitoring and testing activities and evaluates first-line control effectiveness to identify themes, emerging risks, and gaps requiring remediation Prepares clear, decision-ready compliance reports for leadership and board-level committees and tracks issues, conclusions, recommendations, and remediation through the compliance issue management process Partners with business leaders to enhance policies, procedures, forms, job aids, and control design so they remain accurate, current, and aligned with regulatory requirements Follows through with internal stakeholders to confirm corrective actions are implemented on time and are effective in addressing identified compliance risks Provides compliance review and advisory support for marketing and advertising materials to promote adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards Oversees regulatory aspects of customer complaints for assigned business unit(s), ensuring issues are investigated, documented, trended, and resolved through the Bank's complaint management process Supports development and delivery of targeted compliance training to strengthen regulatory awareness, accountability, and execution across the organization

Other Functions:

(25%) Supports enterprise communication of compliance priorities and contributes to department-wide awareness initiatives, including internal publications Assists with administration of compliance training activities, including learning systems and assigned program support Maintains current knowledge of the Bank's products, services, markets, and associated compliance risks Supports regulatory examinations by coordinating requests, preparing materials, and facilitating timely responses to examiners Leads or contributes to special projects that strengthen the compliance program or support broader organizational priorities Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in banking operations, compliance, risk management, audit, or a related control function, including working knowledge of applicable state and federal regulatory requirements

Specific Skills:

Strong knowledge of state and federal banking regulations, banking operations, and compliance risk management practices Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess issues, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders and communicate with credibility across all levels of the organization Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and operate effectively in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word, and experience with automated compliance monitoring or issue management systems

Specialized:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret government regulations, trade journals, and legal documents

Licenses:

CRCM certification or a comparable compliance credential is preferred, but not required Physical requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Primarily sedentary work performed in an office environment Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate with clients, team members, and vendors via phone, video, and in person Visual acuity sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents, and financial data Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching Ability to lift and carry up to 10-15 pounds occasionally (e.g., files, office supplies)

Benefits:

401(K) with a company match of up to 6% ESOP employer match Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Cancer/Disease insurance Accident insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Flexible Savings Accounts Health Savings Accounts Bank paid Life/AD&D insurance Voluntary Life/AD&D insurance Bank paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Assistance Program Job Details Job Function Admin/Ops/Support (incl. Coord.) Pay Type Salary Scan this QR code and apply! Download Eastpoint, 1901 Eastpoint Pkwy, Louisville, Kentucky, United States of America