Avant is looking for a Compliance Manager to join its technology forward Compliance Department that enables Avant’s mission while also mitigating and managing risk. As a Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting all products across key areas including Compliance Advisory, Issue Management, Complaint Management, Licensing, Exams, and Regulatory Change Management. You will effectively partner with various business units to ensure regulatory compliance with respect to new products, initiatives, complaints, issues, licensing, exams, and regulatory changes. You will help develop practical compliance solutions by working with the business to understand issues, develop ideas, and execute on them. In this role, you are expected to maintain a high degree of knowledge of consumer lending rules and regulations, including, but not limited to TILA, ECOA, UDAAP, FDCPA, SCRA, MLA, GLBA, EFTA, TCPA, E-SIGN, BSA and other AML related regulations. As a Compliance Manager, you will be expected to promote a culture of corporate compliance by the use of best practices and leading by example in alignment with Avant’s internal policies. What you'll do at Avant: Evaluate new business initiatives and participate in complex projects to identify potential compliance risk and develop mitigation strategies Actively engage in our Complaint Management and Issue Management programs, including risk assessment and remediation planning Respond to state regulatory exams and maintain Avant’s state licenses Monitor for regulatory changes and ensure compliance Build strong relationships across business units Develop in-depth knowledge of products, services, processes, and strategies Prepare formal reports for internal committees, management, Board of Directors, and external bank partners Take on additional projects and as needed Why you’re a fit at Avant: Bachelor’s Degree required; JD/CRCM a plus 6+ years of financial services regulatory compliance experience working with credit products; fintech experience preferred Strong background in federal and state consumer finance laws Proven track record of creativity, resourcefulness, and a passion for problem-solving as a team player who can build relationships across functions, business lines, and levels Ability to handle and execute on complex projects in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision Ability to prioritize and clearly articulate trade-offs while also maintaining flexibility as the situation changes Excellent communication skills Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Willingness to learn new skills and monitor aptitude development to optimize accuracy and performance What Will Set You Apart Promotes a culture of compliance through best practices and leading by example Aligns with Avant’s internal policies and values Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment Excels at building relationships across functions, business lines, and organizational levels This role is based on our downtown Chicago Office, located in the Merchandise Mart. We highly value collaboration and our hybrid schedule (M, T, Th in-office) enables flexibility to balance work and individual priorities. Compensation Range: The base salary range for this job is USD $115,000 - USD $135,000/ Year Employees new to Avant typically come in below the midpoint of the pay range. The compensation range is based on the level outlined in the job posting, and compensation decisions are dependent on each applicant's experience, skills and abilities. [If an outstanding applicant's experience and skill level is above or below the qualifications outlined in the job posting, we reserve the right to make an offer at a different level than the one listed in this job posting, which may have a different compensation range.] This role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus. These rewards are allocated based on level, impact and performance in the role. Our benefits include: Choice of great Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan options 401(k) match Flexible Time Off Flexible Work Environment - (i.e. Mon/Tues/Thurs in-person) Generous Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance and Post-parental leave ramp-up program Lunch Allowance (Fooda) and In-office Snacks Summer Fridays Fun In-Office and Virtual Social Events And who doesn’t love the swag Check out our Avant Blog! We believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences helps us create the most innovative solutions for our customers. We invite you to apply to our positions even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed in the description. If you’re passionate about our mission and aligned to our values, we hope you’ll come contribute to our awesome culture. Why Avant is the place for you: At Avant, we believe our values make a difference: Authenticity. We show up to work as our whole selves and make sure others can too. Collaboration. We can only succeed when we do so as a team. Problem-Solving. The harder the problem, the more satisfying the solution. Customer. We are all owners of the customer experience. Initiative. Plan. Adapt. Get Sh!t Done. We believe that great ideas come from anyone and anywhere, that everyone is an owner who drives change, and that we have more fun when we work together. We're problem solvers who love collaborating with intelligent and highly-motivated people to reshape the face of digital banking. Avant offers terrific perks and benefits, fun social events with employees who actually like hanging out together, and a flexible growth environment where trying your hand at new projects and being the active owner of your career path is encouraged and supported. To learn more about how Avant collects and uses your personal information, please see the Avant Privacy Policy. Avant makes premier financial solutions accessible to everyday consumers by blending cutting-edge technology, creative analytics, and superior customer service. Since 2012, we've connected over 1.5 million customers to over $7.5 billion in loans and 1 million credit cards, and we’ve cultivated a work culture that we’re incredibly proud of. As we’ve evolved, we’ve maintained our ability to be nimble, to help each other work smarter, and to keep learning and trying new things. A high growth financial technology company, Avant has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, TechCrunch, Fortune, and Bloomberg, and we've raised over $600 million of equity capital. Visit www.Avant.com for more information, and check out our employee blog to see what it's like to be an Avantee. To learn more about how Avant collects and uses your personal information, please see the Avant Privacy Policy.

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