Remote Regulatory Affairs Director

Company: Comerica
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 15, 2024

Job Description:

Deputy Chief Compliance Officer
The Deputy Chief Compliance Officer role provides support to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) in managing the Compliance function within the organization. The Deputy CCO will be responsible for providing guidance and oversight across various aspects of the compliance management program, ensuring that teams are proactively understanding regulatory requirements and effectively implementing related initiatives across different business units and functions. The Deputy CCO will have exposure to and interactions with executive stakeholders within the organization and with regulators on the overall compliance environment, reporting on effectiveness of the compliance management program, and the identification of emerging risks. Beyond overseeing components of the compliance management program, this individual will also provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to multiple teams within Compliance, fostering an environment of excellence and continuous learning.
This position will play a critical role in enhancing and scaling our compliance management program.
*We are open to this role being based in any market remotely
Compliance Program
Support the development, enhancement implementation, and governance of the compliance management program across the entire organization.
Manage multiple components of the compliance management program
Work closely with the Lines of Business to evaluate identified risks and adherence to Compliance policies and procedures.
Keep track of industry trends and best practices to anticipate future areas of focus for regulators and proactively communicate them to senior leadership and apply best practices as necessary.
Regulatory Engagement and Remediation
Understand new and existing laws, rules, and regulations to determine requirements for various areas and changes that need to be implemented.
Partner with key areas to implement any changes to laws, rules, and regulations and provide advisory support.
Collaborate with other leaders and teams within the organization to ensure timely remediation of compliance related issues when identified by regulators, internal audit, and other stakeholders.
Serve as a key compliance contact for regulatory interactions and requests, including regulatory examinations and other presentations to regulators.
Reporting and Monitoring
Develop and deliver presentations to the Board and management governance committees on the effectiveness of the compliance program, emerging risks, and the status of existing issues.
Identify and enhance Compliance key risk indicators (KRIs) to identify emerging risks and areas that require escalation and remediation.
Partner with Enterprise Risk, business unit leaders, and other senior executives on various special projects to manage risks and develop strong internal controls.
Work with the other leaders to foster a culture of compliance within the organization through various initiatives, including organization-wide trainings, communications campaigns, and workshops.
Lead teams within the Compliance function and act as a mentor to the team members.
Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer in enhancing the compliance culture through on-going communication, conducting staffing assessments, refining operating model, and designing trainings for Compliance.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited University
10 or more years of experience in banking regulatory compliance or related legal
8 years of experience in management in banking and/or regulatory compliance
5 years of experience in understanding laws and regulations and then applying them across an enterprise
Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) certification or other applicable/relevant certifications or licenses helpful but not required
8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday

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