Full-Time

Head of Consumer Compliance

Updated on 11/15/2024

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 role requiring onsite presence for 3 days per week.

Category
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • Minimum of 10+ years of Consumer compliance experience; experience working for financial institutions or highly regulated industry and/or law enforcement and investigations preferred.
  • Ability to manage complexity, multi-task and deliver solutions on a tight deadline.
  • Experience in BaaS, partner banking, and/or customer/client experience preferred.
  • Experience of working within a strong regulatory/control environment.
  • Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
  • Manage enterprise-wide regulatory consumer compliance reviews; stay up to date on regulatory initiatives and monitor regulatory changes to keep review documents current; maintain proactive client relationships with department management being reviewed and is the primary liaison with respect to Consumer Compliance
  • Oversight of Compliance CMS, Fair Lending, CRA, Bank Standards, and more.
  • Manage the Bank’s compliance monitoring and testing program, with direct responsibility of the reviews being completed timely, thoroughly, and accurately.
  • Provide assistance to the Chief Compliance Officer on projects, materials prepared for management and committee meetings, and other requested items as needed
  • Assist in the execution of and act as key advisor for the Bank’s Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessments
  • Identify compliance risk across the organization and drive and influence corresponding transformation of control environment
  • Serve as lead regulatory change management subject matter expert in all aspects of the Program and oversee the implementation and operationalization of all relevant regulatory changes
  • Prepare and deliver management reporting on KRIs, KPIs, and any significant developments within the Program
  • Prepare and/or contribute to Board of Director reporting and training materials
  • Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state banking laws including laws of consumer protection, fair lending, CRA and related laws and regulations and the ability to apply those laws and regulations to bank products and services including laws and regulations related to consumer protection, fair lending, and Community Reinvestment (CRA).
  • Knowledge and experience in using analytical techniques to monitor and evaluate products and services to detect patterns of exceptions and to determine the root cause(s) of apparent exceptions of policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations.

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 loans. Its business model focuses on "Banking as a Platform" (BaaP), offering infrastructure for other companies to create financial products, while generating revenue through various service fees. Cross River aims to support small enterprises and enhance the financial services landscape using 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