Vice President, Compliance Officer

W2 only, no C2C, must be authorized to work in the US (both now and in the future).

Carex is partnering with a banking industry partner to find a skilled Vice President, Compliance Officer to join their team in Wisconsin. This role is a leadership position responsible for overseeing the Bank’s compliance function, proactively identifying and mitigating regulatory risks, and fostering a strong culture of compliance across the organization. The VP, Compliance Officer will collaborate with senior management, business lines, auditors, and regulators to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations while managing the second line of defense (2LOD) compliance monitoring program.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments of the Bank’s products and services to identify regulatory risks and implement effective controls.
• Oversee and continuously enhance the 2LOD compliance monitoring program, focusing on regulatory deposit and lending compliance.
• Ensure accurate and timely compliance reporting, including HMDA, CRA, and Section 1071 submissions, collaborating with relevant teams for data review and submission.
• Provide coaching and guidance to business lines, ensuring policies and procedures align with applicable regulations.
• Maintain and improve the Bank’s compliance training program to ensure employees remain knowledgeable about regulatory requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and proactively manage the implementation of necessary updates to processes, resources, and technology.
• Assess regulatory risks for new or updated products and services in collaboration with internal departments.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with auditors and examiners, ensuring any identified issues are promptly addressed.
• Communicate effectively with senior management and business units to promote a culture of compliance and emphasize the consequences of noncompliance.
• Coach and develop compliance staff to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with the Bank’s compliance objectives.
  
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, law, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 8–10 years of experience in compliance, audit, or regulatory risk management within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of Federal and State banking regulations, including deposit and lending compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with risk assessment methodologies and change management processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, examiners, and other key stakeholders.
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Competencies including honesty, integrity, accountability, adaptability, decision-making, and a results-oriented, innovative, and collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in leveraging advanced analytical tools and technologies to enhance compliance monitoring and investigative processes.
  
  
  

Carex Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.