Compliance Manager, Finance & Banking

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At SECU, we put our employees first, recognizing that their well‑being and professional development are vital to our success. By fostering a supportive and empowering work environment, our employees are committed to helping members achieve long‑term financial security. They are also inspired to give back to the communities we serve by volunteering and spreading kindness, which reflects our core values and who we are as an organization.

Every employee at SECU contributes to our member’s financial well‑being, and we’ll always do what’s right for our members, employees, and communities. Feel good about what you do. Belong to a place where you matter and can make a difference. This person will need to be within commuting distance to our Linthicum, MD headquarters.

The Compliance Manager supports Corporate Governance Leadership with the daily operation and administration of SECU compliance and risk programs/responsibilities. This position, through specialized knowledge and skill, provides support to the organization on all matters relating to compliance and operational risk. The Compliance Manager adheres to regulations and organizational policies, maintaining awareness and knowledge required to perform the duties of the position, including all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act and related regulations, such as OFAC, and the USA Patriot Act, Fair Lending and Information Security.

• Responsible for managing daily aspects of the Regulatory Compliance Management Program
• Supervises and develops Compliance staff
• Advises management and credit union personnel of emerging compliance issues (federal and state) that affect SECU MD. Provides insights and guidance on regulatory impacts and advises/recommends controls to mitigate risks
• Supports timely and accurate regulatory reporting and implementation of regulatory changes
• Serves as SECU point of contact for all compliance inquiries; provides guidance and research as needed
• Ensures Fair Lending analysis and reports, Compliance Reviews and inquiries, are completed within designated timelines
• Supports SECU projects and initiatives
• Supports and coordinates audit/exam requests; supports audit/exam remediation efforts as needed
• Reviews and provides comment for notice of proposed rule making, advocating for SECU’s interests

• Oversees daily activities of Compliance department functions
• Supports the development and implementation of staff career paths and training/education
• Conducts annual staff reviews
• Develops and matures compliance programs (Compliance, Fair Lending, etc.)

• Supports complaint management and policy review processes
• Assists with Risk Assessments and Business Continuity program
• Interacts and supports CUSO and credit union partners
• Prepares and presents training (Board, Committee, Staff, etc.)
• Serves on Joint Compliance Committee (JCC) and Capital Area Compliance Roundtable (CACR) to represent SECU

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Certified Credit Union Compliance Officer (CUCO) Certification or Certified Regulatory Compliance (CRCM) Certification required or must be obtained within the first year of employment

• 8-10 years of compliance experience required
• 3-5 years of management experience required
• Credit Union experience preferred but not required
• Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, failures and overall deliverables
• Utilizes oral and written communication to enhance relationships across the organization
• Clearly communicates information, thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise and organized manner
• Relates comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography
• Possesses a clear understanding of strengths, limitations, emotions, beliefs, and motivations of self and others
• Maintains composure and effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment
• Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures
• Demonstrates an understanding of SECU’s culture, core…