Senior Compliance Data Analyst

Who you are

• 2-5 years of analytics experience with technical proficiencies in SQL, RStudio, Python, etc
• 2+ years of compliance/financial crimes compliance experience in a regulated financial institution with a background in fintech preferred
• Knowledge of BSA/AML laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC/sanctions requirements, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, the Fair Housing Act, CRA and other laws and regulations related to fair and responsible banking; CAMS or other AML certification is a plus
• Experience and inquisitive in the use of AI tools as part of your analytical toolkit — for exploration, pattern recognition, and modeling
• Effective communicator who can tailor discussions to various audiences; You have the ability to simplify complex analysis for non-technical audiences
• Passion for driving change with an ability to navigate multiple high and sometimes competing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working with ambiguity
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent combination of education and experience

What the job involves

• Happen Bank’s Compliance Team is looking for an experienced compliance data analytics professional to join the team
• In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining various reports and processes to support the Compliance organization
• Conduct tuning of existing BSA/AML transaction monitoring models/rules and watchlist screening processes; develop new processes as needed
• Execute on initiatives to streamline operational processes related to ad-hoc reporting and ongoing performance monitoring related to BSA/AML and regulatory compliance
• Enhance and Develop Community-Reinvestment Act (CRA) reporting to support the strategic plan
• Provide support for other Compliance related initiatives and activities as needed, including internal and external audits or regulatory exams and strategic projects; Collaborate with partners across Compliance, Technology, Model Risk Management, and Data Engineering to support deliverables
• Perform ongoing User-Acceptance Testing (UAT) to support new products/channels, ensuring coverage in transaction monitoring, customer risk rating, and screening models as required
• Use creativity, analytical expertise, and sound judgment to identify and mitigate risk
• Use AI tools fluently and stay current on new AI use cases, methods and bring them into your work thoughtfully
• Assist in preparing periodic reporting materials for executive leadership
• Assist in regulatory exam readiness and internal audit reviews

Benefits

• Untracked vacation for salaried employees, which means take it when you need it, and generous paid time off for hourly team members
• A hybrid work model that balances in-office and work from home
• Leading health and safety protocols related to COVID, including complimentary at-home testing kits from Cue Health for those coming to the office
• Up to 16 weeks paid leave for new parents, plus a fully paid, phased return-to-work policy for qualified leaves
• Mothers Rooms and hospital-grade pumps in every LC office
• Generous and varied mental health benefits
• Wellness program with cash incentives — earn up to $75 per month for being active
• Paid volunteer time and donation matching
• Onsite gym, locker room, bike room, and fitness classes (depending on location)
• Café with our own in-house barista
• Stocked pantries with healthy snacks and drinks
• Technology-forward and collaborative office spaces