We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Director of Compliance to support compliance initiatives within our wholesale mortgage operations. This individual will be part of the team responsible for ensuring adherence to applicable federal and state regulations, investor guidelines, and internal policies. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of mortgage industry compliance requirements, exceptional analytical skills, and a commitment to operational integrity. This role is for an individual contributor and requires full-time, 100% onsite attendance at our Pontiac office.

• Interpret federal, state, and agency mortgage regulations applicable to wholesale lending.
• Review and assess company practices to ensure ongoing compliance with industry laws and standards.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on the alphabet soup of regulations, including but not limited to RESPA, TILA, and TRID.
• Conduct compliance reviews focused on company processes, identifying potential risks and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with various teams, particularly IT, to troubleshoot potential issues and propose solutions.
• Support regulatory examinations and third-party audits by gathering required documentation and facilitating responses.
• Analyzing rules and regulations, exam findings, and other audit findings to identify potential process and technical enhancements.

• At least 5 years Compliance experience is required
• 5 years mortgage experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with compliance rules and regulations specific to mortgages
• Understanding of compliance controls and implementing compliance management systems
• Experience analyzing regulatory and exam findings and implementing solutions
• Experience with project management as it pertains to technical deploys, guidance changes, and new products
• Bachelor’s degree or CRCM preferred; JD is a plus
• Organized individual that is capable of managing various projects simultaneously
• Communicates effectively verbally and non-verbally, and possess strong technical skills
• Actively seeks out solutions and escalates potential issues to leadership
• Demonstrated advanced use of MS Office software features and techniques
• Proficiency with mortgage LOS platforms and compliance management systems preferred
• Onsite attendance is required

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

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From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.