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Consumer & Commercial Loan Regulatory Compliance – Senior Advisor

Santander Bank, N.A.
$90,000 - $165,000 / year
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Posted Jan 29
Full Time
On Site
Texas
It Starts Here

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

If you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!

The Difference You Make

The Senior Advisor serves as a subject matter expert responsible for ensuring that business initiatives, documents, processes, and products comply with applicable regulatory, legal, and enterprise policy requirements. This role conducts risk assessments, analyzes data to identify compliance risks and root causes, and provides recommendations that influence business decisions. The Senior Advisor partners with business units, regulators, and auditors, and leads cross-functional compliance initiatives to promote consistency, efficiency, and regulatory readiness.

Position Summary

  • Advise management on compliance with federal regulations, regulatory guidance, and enterprise policies
  • Serve as a subject matter expert ensuring compliance across documents, projects, processes, and product initiatives
  • Perform risk assessments, analyze transactional data, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions
  • Partner with business units to respond to regulatory agency reports, audit findings, and examiner inquiries
  • Identify systemic procedural weaknesses and training needs to strengthen compliance controls
  • Provide compliance input on business action plans, projects, and operational requests
  • Lead and influence cross-functional compliance initiatives and enterprise projects
  • Improve standardization and efficiency of regulatory and audit responses
  • Mentor and support compliance staff on escalated or complex issues
  • Maintain awareness of regulatory changes, enforcement actions, and industry trends

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.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Business, Finance, or equivalent degree. - Required.

Experience

Master's Degree Business, Finance, or equivalent field. - Preferred.

  • 9+ Years Compliance, Legal, Regulatory, or Financial Services. - Required.

Languages

  • English proficiency sufficient to communicate complex technical and business concepts clearly – Required.

Hard Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and federal regulations
  • Risk assessment and control design experience
  • Transactional data analysis and root cause analysis
  • Regulatory exam and audit management
  • Policy and procedure governance
  • Project management methodologies
  • Business line and financial services knowledge
  • Regulatory data sources and reporting
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Soft Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to influence and guide management and cross-functional teams
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Strong stakeholder and relationship management capabilities
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to understand enterprise-level strategy
  • Effective decision-making in complex and ambiguous situations
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
  • Adaptability in a changing regulatory environment
  • Self-directed, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
  • Comfort interacting with senior leadership and multiple organizational levels

Certifications

  • Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) designation – Preferred.

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.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office products.

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.

Minimum

Base Pay Range:

$90,000.00 USD

Maximum

$165,000.00 USD

We Value Your Impact

Your contribution matters and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers. Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

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, standing and 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.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.

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