Senior Regulatory Relations Associate

Your Journey Starts Here:

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The Difference You Make:
The Sr. Associate Regulatory Relations supports the Regulatory Affairs team by collecting reviewing and analyzing regulatory data and metrics and remediation action plans. The incumbent produces accurate and timely reports and PowerPoint presentations regarding all aspects of regulatory data. They work with a variety of stakeholders at senior levels located throughout Groups US operating entities.

• Manages examinations and reviews on behalf of Santander US operating entities.

• Keeps abreast of legal and regulatory matters affecting the US financial services industry the regulatory environment and potential impact on Groups US operating entities.

• Implements standards and procedures to support the Regulatory Affairs function. Maintain documentation and supporting work papers.

• Provides direct support for the Regulatory Affairs Directors current responsibilities.

• Compiles analyzes and reviews quantitative and non-quantitative regulatory risk management information from Groups US operating entities. Partners with various stakeholders to evaluate action plans and remediation actions.

• Conducts data mining and performing thematic analysis on regulatory issues and letters to determine themes and trends.

• Develops robust regulatory responses to regulatory findings including assistance with conducting an effective root cause analysis and horizontal review of the findings to ensure there are no repeat occurrences in other areas of the Bank.

• Monitors and oversees regulatory issues to ensure they remain on track and escalate any concerns with timely and sustainable remediation.

• Partners with the responsible regulatory issue owners to drive improvement in data quality to ensure accurate regulatory issue reporting and effective thematic analysis.

What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience - Required.
JD or other equivalent graduate degree. - Preferred.

9 Years Experience in exam management and/or regulatory interactions. - Required.

• Thorough understanding of Groups US operating entities including their respective lines of business and corporate functions as well as participation in all facets of management of examinations and reviews of Groups US operating entities.

• Advanced knowledge of applicable US laws and regulations and financial services industry regulators needed.

• Solid knowledge of Santander Banks business lines operations organizational structure senior executives etc.

• Strong project management skills; attention to detail; ability to drive projects to conclusion.

• Ability to influence at all levels including senior executives.

• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to build and cultivate relationships across the Company.

• Ability to analyze and synthesize regulatory issue information to get to the true heart of the issues. Ability to work effectively and provide accurate information under tight timelines.

Certifications:
No Certifications listed for this job.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:
Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience training military service or education.

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt) the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills experience training licensure and certifications and location.

Link to Santander Benefits:

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Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting standingand walking is required for this role. Depending on location occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

If this sounds like a role you are interested in then please apply.

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