Compliance Manager

Compliance Manager

The Compliance Manager is responsible for supporting and executing the Bank's compliance program to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role focuses on day-to-day compliance operations, monitoring, testing, training, and risk mitigation while partnering with business units.

Essential Functions Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily or make a request for reasonable accommodations as needed. Function as a working manager by overseeing team performance while also performing assigned compliance activities alongside the team to support timely and effective execution of responsibilities. Provide direct support for complex testing reviews and high-risk areas. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and sound judgment. Review, update, and maintain compliance related policies and procedures. Lead and execute risk-based compliance testing and monitoring program across all areas. Identify control weaknesses, regulatory gaps, emerging risks, and track remediation efforts. Prepare clear, concise reports summarizing testing results, trends, and risk themes. Support business units in control design and issue remediation. Provide reporting to the Director of Compliance and relevant committees. Escalate potential regulatory issues or violations to the Director of Compliance. Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees. Promote awareness of regulatory requirements and ethical standards. Support maintenance of policies, procedures, and job aids.

Education & Experience Bachelor of Arts or Sciences degree from accredited four-year college or university and at least 5–8+ years of experience in banking compliance, risk management, audit, or legal support. Prior experience in compliance testing, monitoring, or audit preferred. Supervisory or team lead experience preferred. Strong knowledge of consumer banking regulations, including: TILA/RESPA, ECOA, HMDA Deposit regulations (Reg E, DD, CC) UDAAP/UDAP principles Understanding of Compliance Management Systems (CMS) and regulatory expectations. Familiarity with lending and deposit operations within a community or regional bank.