SVP, Head of Compliance Advisory & Risk

MVB Bank

2d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a transformational leader to architect and lead our newly created
Compliance Advisory & Risk function. This is a rare opportunity to build a
best-in-class strategic advisory compliance organization from the ground up at
an innovative, growth-oriented bank.

As Head of Compliance Advisory & Risk, you will design and implement a strategic
advisory model that separates compliance thought leadership from operational
execution. You will lead a team of professionals across BSA/AML, Consumer
Compliance, Fraud, and Fair Lending, providing regulatory interpretation, risk
frameworks, and business partnership to enable innovation while managing
compliance risk.

Requirements

• 15+ years progressive experience in financial services compliance with demonstrated leadership
• Experience across multiple compliance domains (BSA/AML, Consumer Compliance, Fraud, Fair Lending) - not single-domain specialization
• Senior compliance leadership at financial institution, preferably fintech partner bank
• Track record building or transforming compliance programs and organizational structures
• Successful regulatory examination management (OCC, Federal Reserve, FDIC, state regulators)
• Experience with fintech partnerships
• Experience managing executive-level leaders and building high-performing teams
• Deep regulatory knowledge across Bank Secrecy Act, OFAC, consumer protection regulations (TILA, RESPA, ECOA, UDAAP, Reg E)
• Understanding fraud prevention, fair lending, and CRA compliance requirements
• Ability to interpret novel regulatory questions without clear precedent
• Understanding of fintech business models and their compliance implications
• Risk assessment and risk appetite framework development experience
• Open to technology first approach to solve scalability
• Executive presence and credibility with C-suite and regulatory agencies
• Proven presentation skills (Risk Committee or Audit Committee experience)
• Exceptional ability to translate complex regulatory issues into clear, actionable business guidance
• Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence across organizational boundaries
• Business partnership orientation - proven ability to enable growth while managing risk – “yes, if”
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Architect and build Compliance Advisory & Risk function implementing strategic advisory model that separates thought leadership from operational execution
• Lead team of four senior level advisors
• Develop cross-functional advisory frameworks spanning all compliance domains
• Create risk appetite framework and risk tolerance statements for enterprise compliance
• Design playbooks and standards that Operations organization executes
• Partner effectively with peer Operations and Governance functions
• Serve as trusted strategic compliance advisor to C-suite, business leaders and fintech partner
• Provide proactive regulatory guidance on new products, fintech partnerships, and strategic initiatives
• Conduct pre-launch compliance assessments for fintech partnerships and innovative products
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable business guidance
• Balance innovation enablement with prudent risk management
• Sign off on high-risk partnership risk assessments
• Monitor regulatory landscape across BSA/AML, consumer protection, fraud, and fair lending
• Provide regulatory interpretation and guidance across all compliance domains
• Oversee enterprise compliance risk assessments (BSA/AML, Consumer Compliance, Fraud, Fair Lending)
• Lead regulatory examinations (FDIC and state regulators) for Advisory scope
• Present compliance risk landscape and strategy to management Risk Oversight Committee
• Represent compliance function in senior leadership forums
• Collaborate with C Suite on strategic initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and develop four senior-level domain experts and their teams
• Build cohesive advisory culture focused on business partnership and strategic thinking
• Foster cross-domain collaboration and knowledge sharing across Advisory organization
• Develop talent pipeline and succession planning for critical roles

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• 401K Salary Deferral Plan
• Wellness Program
• Education & Tuition Expense Reimbursement
• PTO and Unique Vacation Purchase Program
• Nationwide Pet Insurance Coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed