Mortgage Compliance Counsel: Regulatory Risk and Strategy

loanDepot, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

loanDepot is seeking a senior legal/compliance professional to advise on mortgage origination, regulatory compliance, and corporate matters. You will draft and review contracts, guide chapters of compliance strategy, and support audits and regulatory examinations.

The role requires a J.D. with an active license and 3+ years of law practice in consumer/mortgage compliance, including RESPA/TILA and related laws. Strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active law license with compliance/regulatory focus.
• At least 3 years’ experience practicing law, preferably in mortgage/consumer finance compliance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and counsels on compliance matters for mortgage origination and related regulations.
• Manages regulatory compliance risks and audits with management and stakeholders.
• Drafts advisories, training, and policy materials on new or existing laws and regulations.

Skills

Legal analysis

Regulatory compliance

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

loanDepot is seeking a senior legal/compliance professional to advise on mortgage origination, regulatory compliance, and corporate matters. You will draft and review contracts, guide chapters of compliance strategy, and support audits and regulatory examinations.

The role requires a J.D. with an active license and 3+ years of law practice in consumer/mortgage compliance, including RESPA/TILA and related laws. Strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.