Licensing and Regulatory Reporting Compliance Manager

About the position The Licensing and Regulatory Reporting Compliance Manager is a senior-level leadership position responsible for leading the company's comprehensive licensing, legal entity registration, and regulatory reporting program for manufactured home chattel lending, servicing, and asset management operations across all jurisdictions in which the company operates. This role combines deep regulatory analysis with hands-on compliance management of the designated programs, overseeing end-to-end licensing processes, managing regulatory inquiries, and ensuring adherence to evolving state and federal requirements. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented compliance professional with a strong drive to anticipate needs, solve problems, and lead with purpose. As the company's go-to expert in licensing and regulatory reporting, this position manages the full lifecycle of legal entity and trade name registrations with Secretary of State agencies, state licensing for the company, branch locations, executives, directors, qualified individuals, and loan originators, NMLS system administration, Mortgage Call Report filing, HMDA reporting, and all related regulatory reporting obligations and renewals. This position serves as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on licensing strategy, regulatory reporting requirements, and compliance risks affecting the company's ability to conduct manufactured home chattel lending, servicing, and asset management activities in licensed jurisdictions. The successful candidate will also mentor other departments’ staff and help foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture, playing a critical role in the company's ongoing compliance efforts.

Responsibilities

• Legal Entity and Trade Name Management
• State Licensing Strategy and Program Management
• NMLS System Administration and Management
• State Licensing Renewals and Ongoing Compliance
• Regulatory Reporting and Filings
• HMDA Compliance and Reporting
• Policies, Procedures, and Internal Controls
• Compliance Testing, Monitoring, and Issue Management
• Regulatory Inquiries
• Regulatory Change Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Advisory
• Training and Education
• Data Analysis and Reporting Systems
• Document Preparation and Records Management
• Corporate Insurance Policy Management

Requirements

• 5–8 years of progressively responsible experience in compliance, licensing, regulatory reporting, or related roles within mortgage lending, manufactured home lending, or consumer finance
• Direct experience with manufactured home chattel loan products and regulatory requirements is required
• Proven experience managing multi-state licensing programs, including company, branch, and individual licensing across multiple jurisdictions
• Significant hands-on experience with NMLS administration, including managing entity, branch, control person, and loan originator records, applications, and renewals
• Demonstrated experience with Mortgage Call Report and HMDA data collection, validation, and reporting for residential mortgage or manufactured home loan products
• Experience with legal entity registrations and Secretary of State filings for corporate entities and trade names
• Management experience leading compliance teams, projects, or initiatives in a regulated financial services environment is required
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and develop expertise in complex financial services regulatory environments, including manufactured home chattel lending, servicing, and asset management, with deep knowledge of products, business models, channels, and industry-specific regulatory framework
• Extensive knowledge of multi-state licensing requirements for consumer lending and loan origination, including company, branch, and individual licensing across diverse state regulatory frameworks
• Advanced proficiency with NMLS and state/federal licensing portals, including hands-on experience as NMLS administrator managing entity records, MU forms, license applications, renewals, and ongoing NMLS compliance
• Proven experience managing HMDA programs, including data collection, validation, LAR preparation, and submission, with working knowledge of HMDA regulatory requirements and reporting procedures
• Strong understanding of corporate formation, registration, and maintenance requirements, including Secretary of State filings, trade name registrations, and entity compliance obligations
• Strong legal research, analytical thinking, and project management skills, including ability to build queries, analyze complex data sets, reconcile discrepancies, and identify trends and compliance gaps
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal and external parties, including ability to draft policies, procedures, regulatory reports, examination responses, and management communications
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines, competing priorities, and time-sensitive regulatory obligations with precision and accuracy
• Proven leadership and people management capabilities, including experience mentoring staff, delegating responsibilities, providing feedback, and fostering team development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint power users preferred, with strong data analysis capabilities
• Proficiency with legal databases, compliance software, licensing platforms, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NMLS, state/federal licensing portals) used in financial services
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive, resourceful approach to identifying and resolving compliance issues and process gaps
• Highly motivated, meticulous professional who thrives in fast-paced environments with a strong sense of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make compliance decisions in complex situations
• Collaborative mindset with ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across organizational levels

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive compensation packages to recognize and reward your valuable contributions, including comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, dental and vision insurance, and 401K
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Take the time you need to recharge and pursue your passions outside of work with our comprehensive PTO package
• Team Events: From team-building activities to fun social events, we believe in fostering a strong sense of camaraderie through regular events that bring our team together
• Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks, beverages, and refreshments available in our fully stocked kitchen, ensuring you stay energized and refreshed throughout the day
• Culture: Immerse yourself in a diverse, inclusive culture where innovation, collaboration, and creativity thrive, offering endless opportunities for growth and development

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