VP, Compliance - Affordable Housing - Remote

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

Asset Living is a third-party management firm with a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.  

Asset Living is a fast-growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.   

Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.  

VP, Compliance

The Vice President, Compliance is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of affordable housing compliance operations across the Western region. This executive role ensures organizational compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local affordable housing regulations while driving operational excellence, risk mitigation, process standardization, and continuous improvement.

The VP serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, clients, regulatory agencies, and operational teams, leading high-performing compliance professionals and developing strategies that position the organization for long-term success in an evolving regulatory environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the regional compliance strategy in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Provide executive oversight of affordable housing compliance programs across multiple states and regulatory agencies.
• Anticipate legislative and regulatory changes and proactively implement compliance strategies.
• Drive innovation through technology, automation, and process improvements.
• Lead enterprise-wide compliance initiatives, policy implementation, and special projects.
• Partner with executive leadership to support strategic growth, acquisitions, and operational excellence.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local affordable housing regulations including:
  • LIHTC
  • HUD
  • USDA Rural Development
  • HOME
  • Local housing programs
• Interpret complex regulatory requirements and communicate implementation strategies across the organization.
• Oversee compliance reporting, audits, agency responses, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Establish standardized compliance practices across all regions.
• Monitor overall compliance health through reporting, analytics, and executive dashboards.

Operational Excellence

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance operations.
• Standardize policies, procedures, and best practices across the region.
• Oversee compliance metrics, KPI reporting, and performance analytics.
• Implement digital tools that improve reporting accuracy, transparency, and operational efficiency.
• Identify trends and implement preventative solutions that reduce organizational risk.

Client & Stakeholder Relations

• Serve as the executive point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, and senior leadership regarding complex compliance matters.
• Foster long-term partnerships with agency representatives and industry organizations.
• Deliver strategic guidance that balances regulatory requirements with operational effectiveness.
• Navigate complex multi-state regulatory environments while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Lead crisis communication and conflict resolution efforts involving compliance matters.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing regional compliance teams.
• Establish accountability, performance expectations, and professional development plans.
• Coach leaders through regular feedback and leadership development initiatives.
• Promote collaboration, engagement, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Support succession planning and organizational development initiatives.

Risk Management

• Identify systemic compliance risks before they impact operations.
• Develop long-term solutions that reduce legal, financial, and operational exposure.
• Lead investigations and resolution of complex compliance issues.
• Support due diligence for acquisitions and troubled assets.
• Ensure appropriate internal controls and governance practices are maintained.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Real Estate, or related field preferred
• 10+ years of progressive affordable housing compliance experience.
• 7+ years of leadership experience managing multi-state compliance teams.
• Executive leadership experience preferred.
• Experience leading organizational change initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, USDA Rural Development, HOME as well as state and local affordable housing programs.
• Thorough understanding of federal and state compliance regulations.
• Experience interpreting complex regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of compliance reporting systems and compliance technology.

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.