Job Openings Risk Compliance Officer, Compliance Testing -New Orleans, LA

About the job Risk Compliance Officer, Compliance Testing -New Orleans, LA

Risk Compliance Officer, Compliance Testing -New Orleans, LA

FinTrust Connect has partnered with a regulatory-focused regional banking institution to identify an experienced Risk Compliance Officer II in New Orleans, LA. This position is responsible for executing compliance testing across a wide range of consumer, trust, and commercial products. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience interpreting financial regulations and conducting compliance audits with minimal oversight.


Why this opportunity?
  • Culture: This regional bank has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. This is an organization with a market-centric approach that enables you to remain nimble and in tune with the local economy
  • Workplace (Remote, On-site, Hybrid): On-site in New Orleans, LA

Requirements:
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a financial institution
  • 2-3 years' background in compliance testing or internal audit preferred
  • Strong understanding of state and federal regulations (e.g., FRB, CFPB, BSA/AML)
  • Intermediate knowledge of banking products and services
  • Legal background or formal training preferred
  • Proficiency with data analysis, compliance tools, and MS Office Suite

Description:
  • Execute detailed compliance testing for new and existing financial products
  • Collaborate with business units to gather documentation and support testing reviews
  • Identify and communicate compliance gaps and risks effectively to senior management
  • Prepare reports and findings in accordance with internal audit and regulatory standards
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to established quality benchmarks
  • Support ad hoc compliance projects and strategic initiatives
  • Report directly to the Compliance Testing Director and maintain clear communication throughout the testing lifecycle