Compliance Officer\- Mortgage

Bellevue, WA (Hybrid)

A rapidly expanding private real estate lender with over $350 million in capital is seeking a Compliance Officer to drive their growth in residential mortgages.

In this newly created role, you'll initially take charge of all compliance responsibilities, serving as the hands-on expert ensuring regulatory standards are met across mortgage and investment activities. As the company continues to grow, this role will evolve into a leadership position, allowing you to build and lead a compliance team.

With the company being one of the top-performing funds in the U.S. and $100 million in real estate acquisitions over the past four years, this role is perfect for someone with residential mortgage compliance experience who is driven and eager to grow!

Compliance Officer Responsibilities:

• Implement and update a compliance program for mortgage activities and regulatory changes.
• Develop, update, and enforce compliance policies and staff training.
• Set up and oversee a program to review loan files and identify compliance issues.
• Prepare and submit accurate regulatory reports, and maintain compliance records.
• Create and deliver compliance training for staff.
• Manage regulatory engagements and submissions, and advise on compliance queries.
• Develop a risk management framework, address emerging risks, and update policies as needed.
• Work with various teams to ensure integrated compliance across departments.
• Resolve compliance-related customer complaints fairly.
  

Compliance Officer Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field, or equivalent experience
  
• At least 3 years in residential mortgage compliance 
• In-depth knowledge of mortgage regulations, credit agreements, and compliance tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with regulatory reporting, audits, risk management, and SEC private equity fund compliance is preferred.

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Annual bonus
• Employee stock options
  
• 401k with a 3% match

Compensation: $80-115K + 10% bonus