Regulatory Compliance Manager

OCCU is a member-owned credit union based in Eugene, Oregon, driven by a clear and meaningful vision: to Enrich Lives. This purpose shapes everything we do, from how we serve our members to how we support one another as colleagues. With a strong commitment to community impact, we live our values of tenacity, humility, and big-heartedness every day.

OCCU is seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Manager to provide leadership for our compliance team. This fully remote position requires candidates to reside within the United States and to work according to Pacific Standard Time hours. Preference will be given to applicants based in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho. Compensation for this role ranges from $107,477 to $134,347, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About the Role:

The Regulatory Compliance Manager is a strategic leader responsible for advancing OCCU�s Compliance Management System (CMS) to ensure regulatory adherence, effective risk management, and strong governance practices.

In this role, you will partner across the organization to identify, assess, and manage compliance risk while supporting business initiatives. You will lead regulatory change management, oversee key compliance programs, and serve as a primary liaison for regulatory examinations and audits. This position plays a critical role in fostering a proactive, risk-aware culture across OCCU.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing compliance team
• Set clear goals aligned with organizational priorities and drive accountability
• Foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement
• Guide the team through change while maintaining engagement and performance

Compliance Program Leadership:

• Oversee and enhance the Compliance Management System (CMS), including policies, procedures, monitoring, and issue management
• Manage regulatory change processes to ensure timely and effective implementation
• Lead regulatory examinations, audits, and remediation activities
• Oversee key programs including fair lending, HMDA reporting, complaint management, and privacy compliance

Risk Management & Governance:

• Develop and maintain compliance risk assessments aligned with enterprise risk frameworks
• Establish key risk indicators, dashboards, and reporting to monitor program effectiveness
• Provide compliance oversight for third-party relationships and vendor risk
• Partner with leadership to ensure consistent regulatory alignment and governance

Strategic Partnership & Advisory:

• Collaborate with business units to support compliant product and service delivery
• Conduct regulatory research and trend analysis to anticipate emerging risks
• Serve as a trusted advisor on compliance-related matters
• Support organization-wide compliance training and awareness initiatives

What We�re Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of regulatory compliance experience in financial services, including leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements across lending and deposit products
• Experience managing compliance risk within a formal Compliance Management System (CMS)
• Proven ability to interpret regulations and translate them into actionable guidance
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor�s degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• CRCM certification
• Experience working with regulatory agencies (e.g., CFPB, FDIC, NCUA, OCC, FRB)
• Experience developing policies, reporting frameworks, and compliance programs

Core Competencies:

• Leadership and team development
• Strategic execution and decision-making
• Clear and impactful communication
• Coaching and developing others
• Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills

Why Join OCCU:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off plus 13 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education and training
• Company-paid long-term disability
• 40 hours of company-paid core time annually for full-time employees to participate in community volunteer opportunities

OCCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. If you�re a strategic compliance leader who thrives on building strong programs, managing risk, and driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply!