Description

Phoenix, AZ – Must be local to Phoenix, AZ

MUST HAVE: Knowledge of Compliance laws, rules, regulations, risks and typologies, including working knowledge of the US fair lending and fairness laws

MUST HAVE: Prior experience with working at a large bank or similar organization, preferably in a Compliance. Legal or similar function.

MUST HAVE: Ability to master laws, rules and regulations and apply them to business scenarios

MUST HAVE: Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Salary: Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Fair & Responsible Banking Officer in our Phoenix, AZ location.

Summary

The Fair & Responsible Banking Officer will be responsible for managing the Fair Banking Program to ensure the organization is operating in compliance with fair lending, anti-predatory and unfair, deceptive and abusive laws and regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

Development and maintenance of the Bank’s Fair Banking programs.
Development and maintain formal process documentation including job aids and other procedural documents related to the Fair Banking program
Prepares periodic reports concerning ongoing compliance with Fair Banking regulations.
Perform Fair Banking reviews, analyses, and testing, with subsequent comparative file reviews, including but not limited to underwriting, redlining, steering, and pricing, as applicable.
Reviews procedures in the business line to ensure compliance with applicable Fair Banking laws and regulations.
Collaborate with Community Affairs in establishing annual CRA and Fair Banking goals and monitor and reports upon the bank’s performance in achieving said goals.
Provides constructive feedback and coaching as well as prepare and submit performance reports.
Leads or assists in ongoing Fair Banking risk assessments based on lines of business and by CRA and Fair Banking regulations; identify acceptable level of compliance risk and corresponding controls; identify and provide solutions to address gaps in controls, mitigate Fair Banking risks, and enhance Fair Banking training.
Champions a corporate culture in which all personnel view Fair Banking & CRA compliance as aligned with the Company’s purpose and values and is regarded as a key objective in business decisions and process development/implementation.
Acts as subject matter expert and provide consulting or advisory services to business or internal partners on an as needed basis.
Collaborate with business partners on requests for internal audits, internal projects, regulatory examinations related to CRA, Fair Lending and UDAAP.
Contribute to the CRA & Fair Banking performance context.
Assist with training and education on Fair Banking and CRA topics as necessary.
Stays abreast of changes to the Fair Lending, CRA, and UDAAP laws, rules, and related regulations.
Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience required in compliance, legal or other control-related function in the financial services firm, regulatory organization, or legal/consulting firm, or a combination thereof with knowledge of the fair lending laws and regulations; strong working knowledge of function/business/product supported and the related operations and financial requirements
Advanced (MS, MBA, JD, etc.) Degree preferred
CRCM or other relevant certification preferred
Knowledge of Compliance laws, rules, regulations, risks and typologies, including working knowledge of the US fair lending and fairness laws
Prior experience with working at a large bank or similar organization, preferably in a Compliance. Legal or similar function.
Must be a self-starter, flexible, innovative and adaptive
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and with people at all levels of the organization
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to both work collaboratively and independently; ability to navigate a complex organization
Ability to master laws, rules and regulations and apply them to business scenarios
Advanced analytical skills
Ability to both work independently and collaborate with team members
Excellent project management and organizational skills and capability to handle multiple projects at one time
Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated knowledge in area of focus as noted above.

Sunflower Bank Benefits Employees enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

401(k) Plan with 6% Match
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Volunteer Leave
Paid Holidays
Plus many more employee perks & incentives!

People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives and we know that starts with our team.

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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