The Head of Compliance Monitoring & Testing is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies across Amalgamated Bank. You will play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of our operations, identifying and mitigating compliance risks, and driving a culture of compliance excellence throughout the organization.

By joining our team, you’ll be joining a Bank that believes that that maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected is essential for us to grow as a company. We are dedicated to building a more equitable world in our everyday practices by embracing the values of our employees and customers.

Essential Job Functions:

• Using a compliance risk assessment; develop and implement a comprehensive compliance monitoring and testing program to assess adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices.

• Lead a team of compliance professionals responsible for conducting risk-based reviews and testing of key controls and processes across Amalgamated Bank.

• Design and execute monitoring plans to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance controls, identify gaps and deficiencies, and recommend remedial actions as necessary.

• Partner with business stakeholders, Legal, Risk Management, and other relevant functions to ensure timely resolution of compliance issues and implementation of corrective measures.

• Stay abreast of regulatory developments, industry trends, and emerging risks to inform the design and execution of the monitoring and testing program.

• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for senior management, regulatory authorities, and Bank committees detailing the results of compliance reviews, findings, and recommendations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance policies, procedures, and training programs based on monitoring and testing insights and regulatory changes.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance matters, providing guidance and support to business units, senior management, and other stakeholders.

• Perform other duties as directed.

  Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CRCM) preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, internal audit, or a related function within the financial services industry, with specific experience in consumer and commercial banking compliance.

• Strong understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, including CFPB, FRB, FDIC and NYDFS banking regulations and laws.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and develop a team of compliance professionals.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a keen attention to detail.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and professional excellence.

  Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this role is between $145,500.00 – $155,000.00. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferrable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

  Amalgamated Bank is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Minorities / Females / Individuals with Disability / Veterans . (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. View our Pay Transparency Statement (https://www.amalgamatedbank.com/sites/default/files/pay-transparency.pdf) . Submission of a resume or any information regarding your qualifications does not constitute a promise or offer of employment. At Amalgamated Bank, we consider an applicant to be someone who has interviewed at least once, in person, with the hiring manager. Amalgamated Bank does not sponsor applicants for work visas.