VP of Governance, Risk & Compliance

We are looking for an accomplished leader to oversee enterprise governance, risk, and compliance efforts for a financial services organization in San Antonio, Texas. This role will shape risk strategy, strengthen control environments, and guide the business in meeting regulatory and operational expectations. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in regulated settings and can translate complex compliance requirements into practical, business-aligned programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct the enterprise governance, risk, and compliance function, ensuring programs remain effective, scalable, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Create, refine, and manage policies, standards, control structures, and oversight practices that support regulatory adherence and sound operations.
• Lead internal, external, regulatory, and vendor-related audit engagements, coordinating preparation, response, and follow-through activities.
• Collaborate with executives and functional leaders to embed risk management and compliance expectations into day-to-day business processes.
• Oversee enterprise risk reviews, control monitoring, remediation planning, and the timely resolution of identified issues.
• Identify developing risk areas and advise leadership on actions that protect the organization while enabling continued growth.
• Prepare clear updates, insights, and recommendations for senior leaders and governance bodies to support informed decision-making.
• Foster a culture centered on accountability, ethical conduct, policy adherence, and continuous operational improvement.
• Recruit, coach, and develop a strong team responsible for compliance oversight, risk management, and governance activities.
• Support cross-functional transformation and process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and strengthen controls across the organization.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in governance, compliance, risk management, audit, or closely related disciplines.
• Background working within highly regulated environments, ideally in financial services or similar industries.
• Demonstrated success designing and implementing enterprise-wide risk and compliance frameworks.
• Strong command of internal controls, policy governance, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance practices.
• Proven ability to lead teams effectively and influence stakeholders across business and executive levels.
• Experience managing large-scale initiatives involving organizational change, cross-functional coordination, and process improvement.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and executive presentation skills.
• Certifications in risk, compliance, audit, fraud, governance, or related areas are preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

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