Compliance Manager

Full-Time
Mission Viejo, CA

Summary Statement

The Compliance Manager is responsible for the functional execution and day-to-day administration of the Bank’s Compliance Management Program. Reporting to the Director of Compliance, this position performs specialized activities related to lending, administrative, and operational compliance. The role focuses on identifying risks, conducting self-testing, and ensuring the bank’s daily activities adhere to all state and federal regulations.

Core Responsibilities

• Program Administration: Administers daily aspects of the Compliance Management Program and assists the Director of Compliance with the development of compliance-related policies and procedures.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Maintains a system of compliance monitoring to identify control weaknesses and detect areas of non-compliance before formal audits.
• Risk Mitigation: Identifies potential risk issues against the Bank and interacts with personnel to implement controls to mitigate those risks.
• Audit & Exam Support: Assists with preparations for independent third-party and regulatory audits; helps coordinate responses and ensures identified deficiencies are corrected.
• Reporting: Prepares data and reports for the Director of Compliance, Senior Management, and the Board of Directors detailing compliance updates and issues.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Maintains a proficient, up-to-date knowledge of all applicable banking rules, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Training: Conducts compliance training presentations for Bank personnel, including new hire orientation and updates on emerging compliance issues.
• Resource Management: Maintains the Bank’s Compliance Library and oversees the forms library to ensure all materials and forms used by Bank personnel are current.
• Functional Support: May assist in carrying out specific duties related to the Bank Secrecy Act/OFAC, Community Reinvestment Act, Privacy, and Information Security as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree or 3 – 5 years of related training/experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of Bank administration, lending/operations products, and related state/federal regulations.
• Software Skills: Advanced skills in personal computer operation, including spreadsheet software and third-party hosted applications.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to write reports, correspondence, and procedures, and to clearly instruct employees.
• Problem Solving: Excellent problem-solving capabilities to handle complex variables in non-standardized situations.
• Self-Management: Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high productivity and meeting deadlines.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Tasks include sitting, standing, walking, and the use of modern office equipment.
• Compliance with all OSHA safety standards and Bank policies is required.

Partners Bank of California Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, local laws and ordinances.