Compliance Specialist

Invictus Capital Partners

Compliance Specialist overseeing legal adherence for Verus Mortgage Capital's operations. Collaborating with various departments on state and federal regulatory requirements.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeBloomington • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, submit, and track licensing applications, renewals, reports, and regulatory filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions with a high degree of accuracy.
Demonstrate strong working knowledge of the SAFE Act, NMLS requirements, and applicable state licensing requirements.
Ensure all corporate, branch, and individual licenses remain active, accurate, and in good standing avoiding any lapses or deficiencies.
Monitor ongoing licensing requirements, including renewals, attestations, and reporting deadlines, ensuring timely and complete submissions.
Partner with Sales, Operations, HR and Legal to ensure timely and compliant licensing for new hires, role changes, and terminations.
Provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders on licensing requirements, timelines, and expectations.
Prepare and submit required regulatory reports, including Mortgage Call Reports (MCR), Secretary of State reports, and annual reports for states (e.g., CA, GA, NC, SC, and WA), ensuring accuracy and timeliness using tools such as Power BI and Excel.
Track and analyze regulatory developments and licensing changes; support implementation of new or revised requirements.
Coordinate and manage regulatory examinations, audits, and inquiries by gathering and organizing requested documentation, collaborating with internal departments to prepare responses, communicating directly with regulators when appropriate, tracking deliverables and deadlines, and managing remediation efforts and corrective action plans for any findings.
Maintain examination readiness by ensuring documentation, policies, and records are organized and up to date.
Manage multiple concurrent examinations, licensing initiatives, and reporting obligations effectively.
Administer the corporate vendor management program in compliance with federal, state and agency requirements. Maintain an inventory of corporate vendors, complete document gathering, due diligence reviews, and risk assessments. Assist business units in meeting contract renewal/termination deadlines. Provide quarterly reports on vendor status and performance.
Support compliance governance activities, including recordkeeping and documentation for quarterly compliance committee and executive meetings.
Identify opportunities to streamline licensing workflows, improve tracking, or reduce manual effort.
Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in a Legal or Compliance role in a retail or wholesale lending channel for a non-bank mortgage lender.
2+ years of experience in a Legal or Compliance role with a mortgage lender.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of laws relevant to non-bank federal and state mortgage origination and servicing, including ECOA, FCRA, HMDA, RESPA, TILA, SAFE, as well as FNMA and FHLMC requirements.
Bachelor’s Degree in business-related field or equivalent. CRCM or CMCP certification(s) preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey regulatory requirements.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with an ability to become proficient with lender programs and software (i.e., loan origination systems, Docutech, etc.)
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including executive leadership, regulators, and external partners.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines with a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness.
Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to define problems, analyze the variables and propose solutions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance-based bonus opportunities
401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 4%
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA options
Generous paid time off: 20 days PTO, company holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, financial, and wellness support
Professional development: tuition reimbursement and growth opportunities
Commuter and transit benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

licensing applicationsregulatory filingsregulatory reportsECOAFCRAHMDARESPATILASAFE ActNMLS requirements

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailproblem-solving skillscollaborationconfidentialityjudgmenttime managementresponsivenessguidance

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeCRCMCMCP