DescriptionThis role supports the Office of Fair and Responsible Banking’s Advisory function by providing subject matter expertise across one or more business units and associated product sets. Compliance risk management coverage will include all aspects of treating customers fairly aligned with key regulations, such as UDAAP/UDAP, Elder Abuse laws and Americans with Disability Act. The Compliance Manager assures all protected consumers and businesses have fair and equal access to banking services and assesses customer treatment risk across applicable business lines. The role provides advisory support to business leaders including driving effective compliance risk management, offering credible challenge, escalation of complaint themes and reporting as appropriate.The Compliance Sr. Manager will make use of reporting, data analysis, and monitoring of this subject matter to inform relevant stakeholders across both first- and second-line teams. The candidate will work closely with, and report to, the Fair Lending Advisory Manager. The role has primary responsibility for performing periodic Fair Banking and UDAAP monitoring of assigned business lines and/or products. Functions of this monitoring may include deposit product, loan and marketing reviews, policy & procedure reviews and risk assessments with intent to identify procedural gaps, potential discrimination, potential unfair or deceptive practices and any enhancements that may be needed. Additional responsibilities include engaging business line and risk stakeholders to collect information and provide reporting and trending on new initiatives or changes.The duties of this position include but are not limited to:
Performing UDAAP / Fair Lending monitoring primarily through interpretation and analysis of loan and deposit account data.
Drafting clear and concise reports of the results of ongoing business line and product monitoring and communicating same to Compliance Management.
Acting as a Subject Matter Expert and Advisor regarding fair lending and fair banking/UDAAP compliance risks for assigned business lines.
Implementing the second line of defense UDAAP monitoring program, including recommending changes and enhancements to processes where necessary.
Developing relationships with key stakeholders and informing management of significant compliance matters that require their attention or action.
Demonstrating the ability to exercise good judgment in assessing the significance and relevance of identified fair banking risks.
Staying current of the regulatory environment and expectations through discussions with peers, seminars, webinars, roundtables, law firms, bankers’ associations, etc.
Required Skills and Experience
3+ years of fair banking or other related consumer compliance experience in consumer financial services or a regulatory agency.
Working knowledge of both technical and nuanced aspects of Fair Banking laws and regulations with an emphasis on UDAAP principles, including but not limited to ECOA/Reg B, Reg Z, FHA, SCRA, MLA, ADA, FCRA.
Understanding of consumer loan documentation, loan servicing and/or loan operations
Computer proficiency, specifically MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must be proactive with the ability to work independently and deliver superior results.
Critical thinking and the ability to "connect the dots" of multiple data points across multiple business units to develop a comprehensive assessment of fair banking risk.
Strong communication skills with an ability to convey complex topics and recommendation (written, verbal and listening).
Team-player who can manage to time sensitive deliverables.
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study or equivalent work experience required
THIS POSITION MAY BE LOCATED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: JOHNSTON, RI; FORT WASHINGTON, PA; ISELIN, NJHours & Work Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days in-office / 2 remote
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
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