VP Bank Compliance – To $125K – Dallas, TX – Job # 3865-7272

Who We Are

The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves!

We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you.

The Position

Our bank client is seeking to fill a VP Bank Compliance role in the Dallas, TX area. The position is responsible for ensuring that our bank operates in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance to the business units

The opportunity has a generous salary of up to $125K plus generous incentives and a benefits package. Relocation support provided. (This is not a remote position.)

VP Bank Compliance responsibilities include:

• Develops and implements a risk-focused compliance program that effectively manages all areas of compliance throughout
• the bank.
• Assists in developing and reviewing the bank's policies and procedures to ensure they are properly administered for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Monitors all bank regulations, interprets new and revised regulatory requirements, analyzes their effects on bank operations, and creates or changes policies and procedures to ensure adherence.
• Manages the BSA/AML and OFAC program, including: Monitoring application systems and investigation files; conducting the BSA/AML Risk Assessment with the Assistant BSA Officer; identifying the bank's risk profile and mitigating control gaps 
• Assigns and monitors annual BSA and other compliance training for the Board and employees.
• Develops and executes audit plans and risk-based audits; conducts periodic compliance assessments and tests compliance
• procedures throughout the bank.
• Coordinates with regulatory examiners and independent auditors during audits and examinations; recommends and assists with corrective action.
• Communicates and tracks audit findings and remediation efforts with all stakeholders, including the Audit Committee.
• Prepares and presents periodic reports to the Board on the bank's compliance record as determined through test work.
• Monitors the effectiveness of the Identity Theft Program and provides updates to the Board of Directors.
• Reviews and maintains all disclosures, product and service materials, and advertising for compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Investigates, aids in resolving, and reports consumer complaints, tracking them for trends.
• Maintains compliance resources and provides research and assistance to bank personnel.
• Manages and supervises compliance and BSA personnel, and audit and risk management personnel if applicable.
• Complies with all federal, state, and company policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, and adheres to the security responsibilities in the bank's Information Security Program and Written Security Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or management.

Who Are You?

You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future.

You also bring the following skills and experience:

• EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree required.
• LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: None required; CRCM and/or CAMS preferred.
• RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: 7–10 years of banking experience, including 3–5 years of compliance experience. 
• Experience with industry-related systems and software required.
• Experience with Verafin/Nasdaq software required; experience with high-risk money services business (MSB) accounts required.
• Strong knowledge of BSA/AML regulations, OFAC, and bank-related compliance regulations, and audit and risk management.
• Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and Regulation Z.
• Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and Regulation B.
• Fair Housing Act (FHA).
• Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and Regulation X.
• Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) and Regulation C.
• Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
• Flood Disaster Protection Act.
• Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA).
• Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to:

resumes@symicorgroup.com