Full-Time

Head of Corporate Compliance

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Cross River Bank

Cross River Bank

1,001-5,000 employees

API-driven banking services for FinTech companies

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$240k - $270kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Edgewater, NJ, USA

Hybrid position requiring onsite presence.

Category
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • 10+ Years of experience with Consumer Compliance
  • Experience with board presentations, interacting with senior management, and ability to convey key compliance and regulatory, and reputational, risks.
  • Experience interacting with regulatory authorities, market conduct examinations, enforcement proceedings, etc.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills, attention to detail and time management skills.
  • Excellent project management skills, well organized, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative work environment and manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
Responsibilities
  • Manage the Corporate Regulatory Reporting, Industry & State Reporting, providing support and feedback to team members in their handling of matters such as regulatory filings, regulatory data and statistical reporting, licensing, examinations, and related tasks reporting into the CCO.
  • Coordinate and assist with the design and implementation to continuously upgrade the compliance framework, including policies, procedures, controls, monitoring and management reporting to prevent, detect and respond to potential violations of law, regulation, or company policy
  • Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders in Internal Audit, Legal, Risk Management, and Product Development to develop and implement a compliance risk assessment and second-line compliance monitoring review process for the Company's US insurance operations
  • Keep well informed of changes to statutes, regulations, industry trends, and lessons learned within the organization to ensure the Company's US insurance operations adhere to applicable legal requirements and industry best practice
  • Assist with engagement of regulators, industry associations, statistical agents and bureaus, and other industry experts to formulate company positions on key regulatory and policy matters of import to the Company and become familiar with emerging trends that could impact the company
  • Provide assistance and support to prepare the CCO to present to various boards, committees, senior management, and provide high-level analysis in support
  • Experience interfacing with internal and external audit as well as third party monitors, in written responses and through direct interaction
  • High appreciation of the risks associated with the Corporate Bank products, services, and respective payment flows, including regulatory framework
  • You will need to be adept at evaluating technology practices for operational challenges in addition to cybersecurity related concerns and identify potential risks or evaluate existing risks globally
  • You have working knowledge of financial accounting and regulatory reporting, as well as an understanding of the financial industry and products
  • You will support the team leader of the governance function for regulatory reporting, which includes coordination of Regulatory Reporting Governance Committee, Interpretation Forum, and handling communication with outside of reporting production team

Cross River Bank provides a range of banking services through its API-driven platform, the Cross River Operating System, which allows FinTech companies to easily integrate customizable and secure banking solutions. The company serves small businesses and played a key role in distributing COVID-19 aid by helping over 100,000 businesses secure Paycheck Protection Program loans. Its business model focuses on "Banking as a Platform" (BaaP), offering infrastructure for other financial technology companies to create their own products. Cross River aims to support small enterprises and enhance the financial services landscape through technology.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$824.9M

Headquarters

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cross River's role in distributing over 100,000 PPP loans during the COVID-19 pandemic highlights its operational efficiency and commitment to small businesses.
  • Partnerships with companies like MassPay to expand instant payment access demonstrate Cross River's ability to innovate and meet the evolving needs of the gig economy and other sectors.
  • Recognition as a 'Premier Lender' by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority enhances Cross River's credibility and attractiveness to potential clients.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive FinTech sector requires continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge, posing a challenge for Cross River.
  • Dependence on partnerships and collaborations may expose Cross River to risks if these relationships falter or if partners underperform.

What makes Cross River Bank unique

  • Cross River uniquely combines traditional banking expertise with advanced FinTech capabilities, offering a comprehensive API-driven platform that sets it apart from conventional banks.
  • Their 'Banking as a Platform' (BaaP) model allows other FinTech companies to build their own financial products, providing a level of customization and integration that is rare in the industry.
  • Cross River's strong emphasis on compliance and regulatory standards ensures a secure and trustworthy platform, which is crucial for their diverse clientele.

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Benefits

Generous parental & leave policies

Completely subsidized health, dental, & vision insurance

Complimentary dry cleaning

On-site haircuts

Endless snacks

Company events