Compliance Officer

Soarion Credit Union•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compliance Officer is responsible for supporting the Credit Union’s Compliance Management System (CMS) by ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role works collaboratively with internal departments, regulators, external auditors, and the Supervisory Committee to support organizational compliance, audit coordination, risk mitigation, and governance activities. The Compliance Officer exercises independent judgment and critical thinking in the interpretation and application of regulatory requirements, operational processes, and compliance standards. This position is responsible for facilitating communication, coordinating reviews and assessments, monitoring corrective action efforts, and identifying opportunities to strengthen internal controls and reduce organizational risk. Work output is expected to be consistently accurate, well-documented, audit-ready, and completed within established regulatory and organizational deadlines.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory compliance, financial institution operations, banking practices, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Working knowledge of compliance management systems, internal controls, audit practices, and regulatory oversight processes.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements within an operational environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex regulatory information clearly and professionally.
Strong organizational, administrative, and documentation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Strong collaboration and relationship management skills when working with departments, management, auditors, examiners, and committee members.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and compliance-related systems and tracking platforms.
Must be bondable

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, risk management, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, professional certifications, and relevant work experience.
Minimum three to five years of experience in compliance, audit, risk management, regulatory oversight, or financial institution operations preferred.
Experience supporting audits, examinations, compliance reviews, or regulatory reporting processes preferred.
Familiarity with HMDA reporting, vendor management practices, and financial institution compliance programs preferred.