Director of Risk & Compliance - Grants, Lending & Ethics

Baltimore Development Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC) seeks a Director of Risk Management and Compliance to lead a comprehensive risk framework and ensure organization-wide regulatory compliance. This leadership role protects BDC’s assets, reputation, and mission by identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, financial, legal, and reputational risks across the organization.

You will develop risk strategies, internal controls, and training programs, collaborating with multiple divisions to maintain

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to financial institutions, lending, and grants.
• Analytical skills to interpret laws, identify risks, and mitigate.
• Ability to lead teams and communicate complex information clearly.
• Experience designing and monitoring risk management frameworks and audit programs.
• Strong organizational skills and discretion handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing compliance and risk management for grants and lending activities.
• Ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies across financial administration functions.
• Developing and implementing risk management strategies and internal controls.
• Collaborating with Finance, Administration, and other divisions to manage risks and ensure compliance.
• Coordinating with Development and Grants/Lending leaders on risk and compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Internal controls

Audit & reporting

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or related field

Job description

The Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC) seeks a Director of Risk Management and Compliance to lead a comprehensive risk framework and ensure organization-wide regulatory compliance. This leadership role protects BDC’s assets, reputation, and mission by identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, financial, legal, and reputational risks across the organization.

You will develop risk strategies, internal controls, and training programs, collaborating with multiple divisions to maintain