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Real Estate Originations - Lending Compliance Officer

Mission Fed Credit Union · San Diego Metropolitan Area · 4 wk ago
HybridLegal$78k–$98k/yrFull-time

Led by Expertise

Lead with expertise: Serve as the primary advisor on federal and state lending regulations, guiding business decisions with confidence.

Drive Compliance Strategy

Drive compliance strategy: Support and enhance our lending compliance management program, including regulatory change management and risk assessments.

Monitor & Test

  • Conduct risk-based reviews
  • Loan file audits
  • Transaction testing using data-driven methods

Strengthen Controls

  • Identify gaps
  • Audit control effectiveness
  • Recommend improvements to mitigate risk

Influence & Action

  • Analyze findings
  • Deliver clear recommendations to leadership

Own Issue Resolution

  • Manage remediation efforts from identification through validation of corrective actions

Ensure Regulatory Accuracy

  • Review loan documentation and disclosures (TRID, ECOA, FCRA, TILA, RESPA, etc.) for compliance

Support HMDA & Fair Lending

  • Oversee data integrity, reporting, and monitoring for potential risk patterns

Partner with Auditors & Regulators

  • Serve as a key liaison during exams and audits, ensuring smooth coordination and communication

Influence the Business

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to implement improvements, enhance controls, and drive continuous compliance excellence

Qualifications

  • Experience: 5+ years in compliance, audit, or risk (financial services preferred)
  • Expertise: Strong knowledge of lending regulations and compliance frameworks
  • Analytical mindset: Ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and solve problems
  • Influence & collaboration: Proven ability to partner with stakeholders and guide decisions
  • Communication skills: Able to translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable insights
  • Technical skills: Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office; familiarity with LOS systems, QA tools, and data platforms (Power BI a plus)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • 18 days of PTO during your first year
  • 12 paid holidays annually
  • Full 6% 401(k) match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and additional voluntary benefits
  • Employee wellness resources, including an on-site gym
  • Career development opportunities
  • An award-winning workplace culture

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