Deputy Compliance Officer

About the role

At German American Bank, compliance is a strategic function that helps protect our customers, support sustainable growth, and strengthen our reputation as a trusted financial institution. We’re seeking an experienced Deputy Compliance Officer to provide leadership for our enterprise-wide Compliance Management System (CMS) and serve as a key partner to executive leadership in managing regulatory risk. This is an opportunity to influence the Bank’s compliance strategy, lead high-performing teams, and help ensure we continue to operate with integrity, accountability, and a strong commitment to doing what’s right.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Bank’s Compliance, BSA, and CRA/Fair Lending teams while overseeing the Bank’s enterprise-wide CMS.
• Provide guidance on federal and state banking regulations.
• Direct compliance monitoring and testing activities.
• Oversee regulatory change management efforts.
• Establish meaningful compliance metrics and reporting for executive leadership and management committees.
• Support regulatory examinations and audits.
• Ensure timely resolution of findings.
• Collaborate with business leaders across the organization to promote sound compliance practices, provide credible challenge, and support well-controlled business operations.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of banking compliance, regulatory, or risk management experience.
• 3-5 years leadership/managerial experience.
• Experience at a mid-size or large financial institution ($5B-$50B).
• Demonstrated experience managing regulatory compliance examinations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) and/or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) preferred.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work with speed and accuracy.
• Work independently and as a team member.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance.
• 25 days paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and bereavement leave.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave.
• Wellness benefits.
• Life event coverage.
• Service awards.
• Financial benefits including 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, short-term incentives, and long-term equity earning opportunities.
• Logo wear discounts.
• Free checking account, checks, and discounted bank services.

Locations

• 1311 W 12th Ave, Jasper, IN 47546
• 4424 Vogel Road, Evansville, IN 47715
• 313 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY 42301

About Us

German American Bancorp and its family of financial services companies employ talented, compassionate people throughout the organization, truly making German American special. Delivering genuine, customized, personal service with a focus on truly serving customers and communities well, our employees bring the Shield of Excellence commitment to life with each and every interaction.