Compliance Officer

Summary Description

nbkc bank is currently looking for a Compliance Officer to join our Risk Management team.

As the Compliance Officer, you'll be in charge of building and running the Bank's Compliance Management Program for our Fintech Bank of Record partnerships and banking operations. The Compliance Officer will make sure we stay on top of relevant laws and regulations by leading compliance testing projects-this means planning and running testing scenarios based on risk assessments and regulatory requirements. You will spot areas for improvement, suggest practical solutions to strengthen controls, and collaborate with managers to make them happen. You will also work closely with our Fintech partners to ensure their programs align with laws, bank policies, and procedures while flagging any risks. On top of that, you'll be a go-to expert for Senior Management when it comes to compliance matters.

This position will work @ @Flex (a combination of both in the office and at home) based out of our Kansas City, MO office.

Interested in learning more? Check out more details below.

What you'll do

• Stay up-to-date on state and federal laws, ensuring bank policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements and mitigate risks in Fintech-related activities.
• Lead and oversee the Compliance Management System, including its development, maintenance, and execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and regulatory examiners regarding Fintech programs.
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments for the bank's Fintech portfolio, covering compliance, operational, and reputational risks, and propose controls to address residual risks.
• Manage a team of compliance experts to ensure effective oversight of the bank's Fintech programs and operations.
• Provide guidance and training for new and existing Fintech programs, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and execute the compliance testing and monitoring program, including audits, quality assurance reviews, and reporting on risk areas to management and stakeholders.
• Manage the due diligence process for onboarding new Fintech programs, identifying risks, and recommending controls.
• Supervise the consumer complaint process, including trend analysis and escalation of issues to management.
• Research and communicate changes in laws and regulations, recommending necessary updates to policies, procedures, and operational processes.
• Draft compliance memorandums, coordinate corrective actions, and present findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely resolution of testing, audit, and exam findings.
• Follow all applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field
• 8+ years of experience related to risk, compliance with banking laws and regulations, audit, or related experience
• Knowledge of emerging technologies in the banking industry
• Management experience
• Knowledge of project management and change management processes
• CAMS, CRCM certification preferred

Bonus Points

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Experience working with anti-money laundering systems and software for reviewing customer transaction activity
• A clear and complete understanding of Organization Structure, Management Philosophy, Policies, Procedures and Controls
• Project management skills adequate to administer and coordinate the varied responsibilities of the position
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with strong detail orientation
• Proficiency to analyze and extract information from regulations as it relates to existing and new products, services, and business issues
• Presentation skills sufficient to convey compliance knowledge and including the ability to interact with Senior Management, Regulators and Board of Directors

Our Hiring Process

After we review your application and feel you're a potential fit we will reach out with next steps. We work hard to meet our candidates on their time- sometimes that's a phone screen, video interview, or even a cup of coffee before meeting our team. We are committed to keeping you updated along the way.

What you'll love about us:

Benefits & Perks:

• Choose from one of our multiple comprehensive health care plans that best suits you and your family where you are in life right now. (HSA, FSA, PPO - we got you covered!)
• Enjoy 4 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, Birthday PTO, and 8 paid volunteer hours per year
• Save more for your future with our 401k retirement savings plan with a generous match and immediate vesting from nbkc. Now that's a sweet deal!
• Spend time bonding with your family with paid parental leave options
• Care for your whole person with access to our EAP and behavioral health advocates
• Take advantage of our wellness programs which include a wellness reimbursement account and an on-site gym facility.
• Flexible work options to allow you to do your job and live your life (Work-Life Integration for the win!)
• Enjoy anniversary awards for your 3- and 5-year anniversaries (That's serious cash money towards your retirement account, student loan refinancing or your HSA).
• Take a 4-week paid sabbatical for your 10-, 18-, and 25-year anniversaries

About nbkc:

nbkc isn't your average bank. We take your traditional financial institution and make it better.

We know what we offer our customers is only as good as the people behind the scenes who keep it going. That's why we make sure you're supported and encouraged along the way. You'll work with some awesome, intelligent, and diverse people in a fun and forward-thinking environment and accomplish plenty of things you'll wanna brag about.

nbkc is deeply committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion in all its practices, especially when it comes to growing our teams. We aim to build a company whose culture promotes inclusion and embraces how rewarding it is to work with employees from all walks of life.

nbkc has been proud to be recognized as one of Kansas City's Best Places to Work for 5+ years by the Kansas City Business Journal. We're pretty proud to work here and we know you will be too!

Join us to find out!

nbkc bank is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority/Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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