Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or legal. 7-10 years of experience in compliance, operational risk, legal, or related field. 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role. Proven experience in a financial services or technology-driven environment. Strong understanding of lending and real estate operations. Strong knowledge of operational risk frameworks, internal audit methodologies, and regulatory compliance requirements (AML/BSA, HMDA, FCRA, Privacy Laws). Demonstrated experience in implementing new processes and technologies, particularly in fraud detection and data analytics. Exceptional leadership and team-building skills.