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Senior Compliance Risk Manager – Vendor Management
Job ID: 2025-18185
Location: US-MS-Jackson US-MS, AL, Houston, TX; Memphis, TN; Panhandle FL; Atlanta, GA
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Experience: At least 4 years’ banking experience in vendor management in a compliance related role
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Public Administration or Business or relevant work experience
Category: Compliance
Department: CRA & Fair Lending - 10243
Working Hours: 8-5
Job Grade: 15
FLSA Status: Exempt

Overview:

As the Senior Compliance Risk Manager – Vendor Management, you will be responsible for leading and executing an effective Vendor Management Program that monitors whether third-party vendors adhere to internal and external policies and procedures, laws, and regulations. This position serves as the liaison between Enterprise Risk Management and Fair and Responsible Banking and Compliance (FRBC) to perform third-party risk assessments and analyze the risk level of third-party engagements. You will also be responsible for analyzing due diligence documentation and authoring risk narratives to effectively communicate key risks identified.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and execute an effective Vendor Management Program
- Serve as liaison between Enterprise Risk Management and FRBC
- Perform third-party risk assessments and analyze risk level of engagements
- Analyze due diligence documentation and assign risk assessment ratings
- Author risk narratives to effectively communicate key risks
- Crosstrain/develop team and review vendor management reports
- Develop and maintain FRBC Vendor Management program, procedures, and checklists
- Provide guidance to Vendor Relationship Owners on FRBC matters
- Provide reporting on Third-Party monitoring activities and vendor inventory
- Remain current on business line products, services, and processes, and regulatory requirements
- Stay abreast of regulatory changes impacting vendor management
- Oversee Vendor Management team in reporting, system review, vendor assessments, and new product and service reviews

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Public Administration or Business or relevant work experience
- At least 4 years’ banking experience in vendor management in a compliance related role
- Advanced knowledge of consumer protection laws and regulations
- Ability to manage and provide compliance related oversight to multiple business lines
- Thorough knowledge of banking operations
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications
- Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, attention to detail, interpersonal, problem solving, and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly proficient in time management, planning, and prioritization
- Ability to work in fast-paced, changing environment and meet deadlines
- Ability to work on and track multiple tasks and priorities
- Highly motivated with the ability to be proactive and take initiative
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently

Preferred Skills:

- Advanced degree is strongly preferred
- Process development experience
- Strong project management skills are a plus
- Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Internal Audit (CIA), or other Compliance/Audit Certifications

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

- Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse, while viewing computer screens

Trustmark is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran or disability status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process due to a medical condition or disability, please email or to let us know.

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