Director of Compliance Position Available In Erie, New York

Director of Compliance Confidential Buffalo, NY 14228 Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Compliance to lead our compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements across our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of compliance management within the financial sector and be well-versed in relevant regulations and coding practices. This role is critical in safeguarding our organization’s integrity and maintaining the trust of our stakeholders. Responsibilities Create work standards within the Compliance department and advises on work standards throughout the company that are consistent with the mission and management policy of the company Maintain a current working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and trends in the collection industry Coordinate training program for all employees on existing and new Federal and State collection laws and Client standards and requirements Create, develop and maintain Organizational Quality Assurance policies, programs and initiatives to ensure client satisfaction and regulatory requirements Ensure compliance with all Federal and State requirements and Client requirements regarding outgoing forms of customer correspondence Ensure proper handling of customer/client correspondence in accordance with client contracts and regulatory requirements Participate in new client set up meetings and client audits to ensure compliance with client’s contracts Reviews new client information to assure they are compliant with applicable laws Maintain state licensing and bonding compliance at all times Compile and update relevant data required for renewing and maintaining corporate insurance policies Proactively document and recommend changes/enhancements to business practices in accordance with new or changed legislation Respond to and resolve all government agency correspondence such as Attorney General inquiries and Better Business Bureau complaints Maintain professional working relationships with outside counsel, vendors, clients, and others Recommend process/policy changes to ensure compliance with all regulations and assist in the documentation or training of those changes. Audit Organizational Environments for compliance to the corporate Security and Privacy Policy. Interpret the application of federal and/or state laws to the operation and use of the Environment Responsible for determining responses and/or requests to law enforcement agencies as required for personal information relating to customers when applicable Initiates and promotes activities to foster compliance awareness within the company Monitor collectors and their activities for compliance with regulations, statutes, policies and client contracts and advises management on results Administer Progressive Compliance Disciplinary Process Comply with company policies and procedures (to include all IT required security and privacy policies and procedures), client standards and all applicable federal, state and regulatory laws Perform other duties as assigned. Skills College Degree required. Minimum of four years of proven Compliance experience in a Collections/Finance or Banking environment required. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex regulatory requirements. Strong communication skills to effectively convey compliance policies and procedures to staff at all levels. Ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining a strong focus on compliance objectives. Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations and rules governing collections High degree of organizational skills required Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative and proven ability to work independently required. Ability to work as a team player while maintaining objectivity and impartiality from other departments Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. If you are passionate about ensuring compliance excellence in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this pivotal role within our organization.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$85,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Wellness program

Schedule:

Monday to Friday On call Ability to

Commute:

Buffalo, NY 14228 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Buffalo, NY 14228: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person