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Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

What You’ll Do

The Senior Manager Programs role will be responsible for the oversight of compliance program elements and the execution of Compliance Risk Management. This includes identification of compliance risks and mitigants in the context of issues management and remediation; regulatory change management; business change management for products, services, and systems; policies and procedures; monitoring and testing reviews; process and control assessments; and third-party oversight and training. The Senior Manager will also oversee and facilitate established Compliance Management System (CMS) governance and programs. In addition to these core compliance functions, the Senior Manager will have periodic involvement in regulatory exams, including drafting and reviewing exam responses; will lead and participate on cross-team Compliance department projects; will coach other compliance team members; and provide reporting to management on CMS risks.

Develops and coaches’ teams to be able to identify, manage, and escalate risk, and effectively manage risk within the teams you oversee.

How You’ll Do It

• Manage a team that maintains and enhances Risk Testing components. Provide support, coaching, and counsel to the team. Manage the development of team members by authoring and assigning goals, conducting periodic coaching and feedback reviews, and administering annual performance evaluations.
• Research regulatory compliance requirements and develops enhancements/resolutions as necessary.
• Leads identification and assessment of compliance program risks and controls.
• Leads key components for management in the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance programs and a culture of compliance.
• Creates and updates status reports of program initiatives, activities, and compliance issues to management and committees.
• Supports federal & state regulators and escalates potential issues to management and tracks resolutions.

Qualifications You’ll Need 

The Basics

• Bachelor's degree in business administration and management, security and intelligence, law, information technology, data analytics, finance, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in compliance, law, risk, operations, or related field
• In lieu of Education 12+ years’ experience in compliance, law, risk, or operations including people management.
• 1+ years of experience in people management

Bonus Points If You Have

• Master's degree in business administration and management, security and intelligence, law, information technology, data analytics, finance, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in compliance, law, risk, operations, or related field
• CRCM, CAMS, JD, CISA, or similar license/certification

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug-24-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $103,000.00 to $174,200.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected]. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.