Compliance Officer II - Strategic Planning & Support (Remote)

This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States.

The Compliance Officer II will be responsible for the execution and administration of Corporate Compliance's Strategic and Integration Plan activities as well as some ad hoc Compliance projects. Manages all aspects of project life cycle including planning, design, delivery and reports progress against milestones, and other performance indicators. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in project and program management in a large financial institution and possess the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills, clear communication, and consistent actions will be essential for establishing trust and credibility.
Key responsibilities include recommending improvements to current Compliance processes, plans, and controls to support the achievement of Compliance objectives. Additionally, this position may involve overseeing the work of less experienced analysts within the team or serving as a resource for risk management.

* Strategy - Responsible for the strategic development, execution, and management of Compliance projects. Maximizes available resources while minimizing risk. Ensures high quality results by employing best practices, engaging appropriate expertise, and making administrative decisions.
* Project Coordination - Coordinates a team of associates throughout project life cycle. Conveys clear expectations of project goals. Resolves issues, directs work activities, and keeps team on track with project schedule.
* Experience with regulatory examinations and internal audits, along with a strong working knowledge of banking regulations, especially those applicable to large financial institutions.
* Reporting - Implements methods of tracking progress and performance. Conveys results of tracking to appropriate parties through reports or other documentation.
* Risk Program Execution - Supports the implementation and maintenance of the BU's risk management framework. Supports a book of work to identify gaps and assess capacity, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and prioritization of risk management initiatives.
* Coordinates milestone and task artifact submissions, response, and report requirements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
* Policy, Standard, & Procedure Governance - Coordinates with document owners, stakeholders and impacted parties to ensure documents are updated according to processes. Works to develop and enhance processes as they relate to document review, ensuring compliance with Enterprise requirements.

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Compliance, Legal, Audit, Banking OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Compliance, Legal, Audit, Banking

License or Certification Type: Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) Preferred, Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP) Preferred, Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) Preferred, Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) Preferred

Preferred Qualifications:
* Project Management experience in a Large Financial Institution
* Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint
* Familiarity with Archer / Workiva tools and workflows
* Knowledge of Policy, Standard & Procedure governances processes,
* Ability to present in front of team members, Sr. leadership, and stakeholders,
* Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision,
* Knowledge of risk techniques, practices, and control frameworks,
* Knowledge of various banking and government regulatory requirements and processes,
* Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager ("CRCM"); or Project Management Professional (PMP)

This job posting is expected to remain active for 5 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

The base pay for this position is generally between $94,000 and $160,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.