Student Lending Regulatory Director

Join Granite Edvance as a Full-Time Student Lending Regulatory Director and have the opportunity to shape the future of student lending policies. This role is perfect for a passionate individual eager to make a difference in the nonprofit space. You will work collaboratively with a diverse team, tackling complex regulatory challenges and supporting our mission to empower students and their families. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of many and drive excellence within the organization.

You will enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Benefit, and Professional Development. If you are ready to embrace a customer-focused, and high-performance culture, we invite you to apply and be part of something meaningful.

HELLO, WE'RE GRANITE EDVANCE

Granite Edvance (formerly the New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation, or the NHHEAF Network) has been helping New Hampshire families plan and pay for higher education for over 60 years. We help New Hampshire students plan for their future – whether they are looking to continue their education, pursue the trades or enter the workforce – by providing guidance, scholarships, and private student loans. This year, we awarded $750,000 in scholarships to NH college students! We are an organization that values our employees and serves our communities. If this sounds like the kind of organization you'd like to work with, we'd love to meet you!

WHAT WOULD YOU DO AS A STUDENT LENDING REGULATORY DIRECTOR

As the Student Lending Regulatory Director, you will engage in daily activities that include reviewing and interpreting federal and state regulations related to student lending. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and convey best practices in policy implementation. Regularly assessing and developing internal procedures to align with regulatory changes will be crucial.

Engaging with external stakeholders and representing Granite Edvance in regulatory discussions will be a key responsibility as well. Daily problem-solving and critical thinking will be essential to navigate challenges and drive the organization towards excellence in student lending. Your empathy and customer-centric approach will guide your efforts in supporting students and enhancing their lending experience.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To excel as the Student Lending Regulatory Director, a high degree of initiative paired with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities is essential. Candidates must possess excellent analytical skills, allowing for effective interpretation of legal data and metrics. A keen ability to recognize risks related to state and federal regulatory guidance, particularly in Consumer Compliance, specifically, Regulation Z (Truth in Lending Act) for private loans, Fair Lending, Unfair and Deceptive Practices, BSA / AML compliance and third-party risk management, is crucial for safeguarding the organization.

Additionally, the capacity to escalate issues to Senior Management when necessary will ensure prompt resolution of challenges. Proficiency in data collection, reporting, and analysis is also required to support informed decision-making and demonstrate compliance effectively. Familiarity with various software tools relevant to regulatory compliance and data management will further enhance performance in this role.

These skills will empower you to navigate the complexities of the student lending landscape successfully.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are :

• Juris Doctor (J.D) and degree  in appropriate field of study, or equivalent combination of education and / or work experience.
• 2-5 years of experience working as Legal Counsel in a business environment or law firm, preferably with consumer lending and / or higher education requiring familiarity with federal consumer lending laws, regulations, and standards relating to compliance.
• Licensed to practice law; admission to practice before appropriate state and federal courts may be required. Member of the Bar Association in the state in which licensed to practice, or eligible for admission and admitted within one year of employment.
• Excellent planning, prioritization, organization and time management skills, including a high degree of attention to detail and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact across all levels within the organization, building consensus in a team-oriented environment towards achieving its vision and goals.
• Extensive experience in legal document management or a similar role within a legal or compliance department.
• Familiarity with fund launches and related fund documents
• Knowledge of student lending processes and best practices through the full life cycle of a student loan.

WILL YOU JOIN OUR TEAM?

If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Granite Edvance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.