Director – Mergers & Acquisitions

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of DallasWe are dedicated to serving the public by promoting a strong financial system and a healthy economy for all. These efforts take a team of dedicated individuals doing many different jobs. Together we’re creating a workplace where talented people can thrive, and we welcome your unique background and perspective to help present the best possible solutions for our partners.

Location: #LI-Hybrid

About the Role:

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is looking for a versatile and highly motivated Director, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) who will manage and develop staff to oversee all regulatory application-related activity for the Banking Supervision Department in the 11th District. The Director will help form policies, procedures and guidance, overseeing their implementation within the M&A functional area. Contributes to Federal Reserve System, Reserve Bank, and Departmental projects by leading or participating on committees and projects. Develops and maintains critical alliances with counterparts at other Reserve Banks, the Federal Reserve Board, other regulatory agencies, and the regulatory filing community.  Provides input to and works with Reserve Bank officers and staff, Board of Governors staff, and staff of other regulatory agencies. 

You Will:

• Under general oversight, manage a team responsible for accurately and timely processing regulatory filings.  This responsibility requires consultation with the M&A staff to confirm that conclusions are accurate, well supported and presented, and consistent with Board expectations.  The Director will review draft copies of M&A work products and  official correspondence to ensure that they are accurate and complete.
• Conduct meetings with regulatory attorneys, senior officials of regulated institutions, other regulatory agencies, and Reserve Bank management and Board staff to discuss M&A activities, issues, or findings
• Make well-informed decisions guided by established policies, procedures and business line priorities
• Appraise and evaluate performance and staffing, administer compensation, ensure adequate training and development, and provide appropriate feedback and counseling to improve job performance of supervised personnel
• Remain abreast of relevant statutes, regulations, policies, and current banking industry trends
• Continue to gain subject matter knowledge and develop leadership skills
• Contribute to operational, tactical, and strategic planning efforts of the department management team, and participate in or lead System committees or projects.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting , finance, or related field, or a law degree. 
• Minimum 5 years of banking and regulatory experience.
• Served in people leadership roles. Have experience supervising a team of at least 5 people for more than one year or served as a leader for multiple business teams, with at least one consisting of 5 people or more.
• Working knowledge of banking laws and regulations with strong financial and analytical skills.  Examiner commission preferred.
• Ability to provide technical expertise and guidance to coach assigned staff.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and deliver superior results.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills to present to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to lead in a variety of situations in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to influence and facilitate crucial conversations among internal or external parties, including senior leaders
• Equivalent education and/or experience will be considered for any of the above requirements

Our Benefits:

Our total rewards program offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401K match, and a fully funded pension plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and volunteer hours; flexible work environment
• Generously subsidized public transportation and free parking
• Annual tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs, training, and conferences
• And more…

Notes:

This position may be filled at various levels based on candidate’s qualifications as determined by the department.

This role allows the employee to work in a hybrid manner with some work conducted onsite at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas each week and some work conducted remotely in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex.  Specific schedule details will be discussed during the recruitment process.   

This position requires access to confidential supervisory information and/or FOMC information, which is limited to "Protected Individuals" as defined in the U.S. federal immigration law. Protected Individuals include, but are not limited to, U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and U.S. permanent residents who either are not yet eligible to apply for naturalization or who have applied for naturalization within the requisite timeframe. Candidates who are permanent residents may be eligible for the information access required for this position if they sign a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen and pursue a path to citizenship and meet other eligibility requirements. In addition, all candidates must undergo an enhanced background check and comply with all applicable information handling rules.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in the diversity of our people, ideas and experiences, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that represents the communities we serve.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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