Compliance - Senior Compliance Specialist

At our Bank, we believe common sense is more than just banking. We believe in finding financial solutions that cater specifically to our client's needs. We are looking for talented associates who understand the complexities of life and will offer simple solutions that best fit the needs of our clients.

If this is what you believe in, then you're definitely right for us. And, we might be the right bank for you.

As a Senior Compliance Specialist, you will train and mentor Compliance Specialists in the lending compliance program. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks including; developing and maintaining department procedures for Compliance Specialists as appropriate and directed by the Compliance Officer. You will supervise and perform assessments of compliance risk and internal controls, including performing periodic testing and monitoring to validate effectiveness of the compliance program under supervision of the Compliance Officer. Other tasks may include reviewing other Compliance Specialists work papers for edits and thoroughness prior to submission to management. You may develop and review recommendations and actions plans for corrective action based on findings and oversight to ensure the corrective action has been implemented. Other tasks will be assisting the Lending Compliance Officer in managing the compliance program. You will need the ability to interpret regulatory rules and their impact on the business. Interaction with the business line to deliver guidance on compliance and supervisory findings related to monitoring and testing areas will be required.

All associates are expected to maintain current knowledge of compliance laws, regulations, regulatory trends, systems and bank products.

Minimum Requirements: To be considered for this position, you must possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and related work experience
• 5+ years work experience in compliance, regulatory, audit or operational risk management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Federal banking rules and regulations.
• Experience using computer software, particularly Microsoft Office including Excel
• Demonstrated risk assessment, analytical, decision making, interpersonal, presentation, and written/verbal communication skills

Desired Qualifications: To be considered an ideal candidate, you should possess some of the following qualifications:

• Advanced degree or Certification as Certified Bank Compliance Officer (CCBCO), Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional (CRCP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), or commissioned examiner
• Working knowledge of Bank systems and/or lending platforms (Encompass, CapitalStream, DecisionPro)
• Minimum of two (2) years compliance management.
• Minimum of two (2) years mortgage banking experience.
• Consumer and Mortgage Lending Compliance experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Below is a general list of desired skills and abilities; this is not an exhaustive list.

• A Strong working knowledge of Bank systems and/or lending platforms.
• Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook
• Ability to manage time and reporting to multiple different deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to details
• Ability to lead with a positive demeanor and outlook.
• Anticipate and provide solutions to complex issues
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to apply a common sense approach to issue resolution
• Ability to work with other business unit leaders on committees and on projects to address risk issues including senior business management, compliance colleagues, and peers.
• Able to support point of view when challenged
• Detail-oriented, organized, articulate, and willing to take responsibility
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Work Environment:

• Office setting with traditional hours
• Occasional extended hours and overnight travel required as business needs dictate
• Must be able to travel - estimated at 10% or less of the time
• Must be able to work at a rapid pace for long periods of time (typically no longer than 8 hours)
• Must be able to push, pull, pull up, bend at the knees and waist, twist body at the waist, raise and hold arms overhead, turn head-neck-shoulders as needed, grasp and hold tools and other items with hands, for either extended periods of time or many times throughout the workday
• Must be able to work overtime to the extent necessary