Corporate Compliance Specialist

FirstBank•Nashville, TN

11d

About The Position

The Corporate Compliance Specialist in an advisory role supports the first line of defense by participating in various activities to compliment a three line of defense Compliance Management System. This role is responsible for maintaining compliance and control requirements for several key areas within the department to ensure adherence with applicable federal banking laws and regulations. Specific areas include, but are not limited to, performing third party reviews, participating in change management, complaint management, supporting first line activities and other support functions. Reviews audit findings, recommendations, and corrective action, with the lines of business owners to provide support.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in financial institution environment
3+ years of experience required in the field of consumer compliance
High School Diploma or GED required
Banking certifications required (ABA certifications or similar); long-term compliance experience may mitigate certification requirements

Nice To Haves

Some college credits preferred

Responsibilities

Support the Bank’s culture by seeking opportunities to reduce risk, promote operational efficiencies, and foster an atmosphere of compliance.
Perform research, reviews and maintain an understanding of regulatory materials, announcements, and related publications
Develop subject matter expertise for assigned areas while assisting in the development and implementation of controls to support compliance
Update / maintain documentation related to areas assigned
Assist with coordination and support of audits and examinations by internal auditors and federal regulators
Manage assignments and effectively meet deadlines
Assists with special projects and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Assists others who may be SME in other areas
Assures a positive working relationship is developed and maintained with auditors / examiners
Serves as technical resource involving regulatory compliance, including operations compliance
Assists in compilation of monthly and quarterly reports
Coordinate/maintain regulatory logs
Assists with bank strategic projects and other special projects
Customer Service – Responsible for fostering the FirstBank Experience to our internal customers, FirstBank associates.
Maintain required training in a self-paced environment
Maintain additional off-site training as required
Adhere to Policy and Procedures - Responsible for all compliance with bank policies, procedures, and operational integrity.