Compliance Officer

Job Type

General Description

The Compliance Officer supports the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Compliance Programs for Banco Popular de Puerto Rico (BPPR) and Popular Bank (PB). This developmental role is ideal for a candidate with strong analytical, research and writing skills who is interested in learning how commercial lending and community development activities are evaluated under CRA requirements.

The position assists in the review of commercial loans, services, donations, and community initiatives; supports data quality and reporting processes, and partners with business and support units to ensure accurate documentation and examination readiness. Prior CRA experience is not required. Candidates with exposure to commercial lending, credit analysis, banking operations compliance, or related analytical functions are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Analyze commercial lending and community development activities to support CRA eligibility determinations.
Review loan documentation and supporting information to assess purpose, beneficiaries, geographic impact, and community development outcomes.
Gather, organize, and analyze information from multiple sources, identifying gaps or inconsistencies requiring follow up.
Prepare clear and well-supported analyses, workpapers, narratives, and reports.
Learn and apply CRA community development concepts, regulatory guidance and internal procedures.
Perform geographic research, mapping, and data validation activities.
Support management reporting, quality control reviews, audits, and regulatory examinations.
Maintain required CRA records, public file documentation, assessment area information, and branch-related CRA documentation.
Collaborate with lending, credit, finance, treasury, legal, community affairs, and other business units to obtain and validate information.
Contribute to process improvements that enhance data integrity, operational efficiency, and examination readiness.
Participate in training, special projects, and other assigned responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Compliance, or a related field.

Experience

Experience in banking, lending, credit, compliance, audit, finance, operations, or another analytical business function.
Exposure to commercial lending, loan documentation, credit analysis, or banking operations is preferred.
Prior CRA experience is helpful but not required.

Other Qualifications

Strong analytical, research, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills.
Ability to analyze information, identify data gaps, and draw supportable conclusions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
Attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
Learning agility and ability to quickly acquire regulatory and technical knowledge.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across business functions.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with data analysis, reporting, mapping, or compliance-related systems is a plus.

Region Locations

Popular Center, 014

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Values

1. Passion for People

3. Succeed Together

2. Own Every Moment

4. Build the Future

Important: The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.

Our hybrid work model benefit applies to certain positions and is subject to changes based on the organizational needs.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not open to applicants who need visa sponsorship or transfer of visa sponsorship at this time.

ABOUT US

Popular is Puerto Rico’s leading financial institution and have been evolving since it was founded over a century ago. From a small bank it has developed into a large corporation that offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to our customers, with presence in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.

As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.

We reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers and communities, including during emergency situations and/or natural disasters. Popular’s employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.

If you have a disability or need more information about requesting an accommodation, please contact us at asesorialaboral@popular.com. This email inbox is monitored for such types of requests only. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed exemptions or reasonable accommodations. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Are you ready for a rewarding career?

Popular is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vets
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