Lead Compliance Specialist

Discover; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking to fill a role in compliance, which involves evaluating regulatory requirements and managing risk. This position offers competitive compensation, opportunities for career advancement, and a supportive work environment that values compliance and risk management. Candidates need a relevant degree and experience.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Education Assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Project Management, Compliance, Law, Risk, Operations, Governance.
• In lieu of education, 6+ years of relevant experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating business policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage risk and customer-impacting issues to management.
• Provide updates for program initiatives and develop management presentations.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Active Listening

Education

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

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

Job description

Employer Industry: Digital Banking and Payments

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $131,500
- Additional incentives as part of a competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) Plan, and Education Assistance
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a leading financial services company
- Supportive and collaborative work environment that values compliance and risk management
- Chance to make a meaningful impact on customers' financial futures

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Assist senior compliance professionals in evaluating business policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Manage and escalate risk and customer-impacting issues to management
- Provide updates for status reports of program initiatives and develop content for management presentations
- Liaison with the Sales team for internal audits and operational risk control testing
- Maintain knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and assist in identifying compliance risks

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Law, Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in Project Management, Compliance, Law, Risk, Operations, Governance, or a related field
- In lieu of education, 6+ years of relevant experience in the aforementioned fields
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including active listening and collaboration
- Ability to operate office equipment and communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Master’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
- 4+ years of experience in compliance risk culture and regulatory compliance
- Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager and Professional Project Management certification upon hire
- Knowledge of Compliance Management System components and risk monitoring activities
- Experience in building partnerships and optimizing work processes for continuous improvement

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