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Junior Regulatory and Compliance Counsel
Location
Nebraska
Posted
45 days ago
Salary
$75K / year
Seniority
Junior
Job Description
Junior Regulatory and Compliance Counsel
Nelnet
• Enhance the compliance and consumer protection environment through the accurate interpretation and timely implementation of complex federal and state statutes, regulations, and industry policies applicable to Nelnet’s various areas of business. • Collaborate with the Chief Compliance Officer, Director, Compliance Manager, and team members to maximize efficiencies and foster an environment of exceptional consumer protection. • Develop creative solutions which allow Nelnet to comply with applicable laws while also achieving its strategic objectives and competitive advantages. • Remain current with all legal, regulatory, and policy issues pertaining to the various lines of business within Nelnet. • Review and approve marketing materials and other publicly-distributed documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws. • Interpret applicable laws and recommend creative solutions for Nelnet business lines to implement compliant applications of these laws. • Manage timely implementation of regulatory guidance; report the implementation status to Nelnet’s management. • Provide internal support on compliance, consumer protection, and other related issues as needed. • Participate within project teams for purposes of aiding in the development of compliance procedures, forms, system specifications, and corporate policies. • Coordinate with Legal Services and Government Relations to develop compliance positions which mitigate risk to Nelnet. • Develop and foster relationships with applicable government and industry personnel. • Communicate Nelnet’s compliance positions to government agencies and other regulatory authorities. • Represent Nelnet in various industry associations on matters related to compliance development and standardized industry processes and forms.
Job Requirements
- Four-year degree required
- Juris Doctorate degree required
- Knowledge of Nelnet’s internal operational systems and procedures preferred but not required
- Additional equivalent education above the required minimum may substitute for the required level of experience.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- HSA and FSA
- generous earned time off
- 401K/student loan repayment
- life insurance & AD&D insurance
- employee assistance program
- employee stock purchase program
- tuition reimbursement
- performance-based incentive pay
- short- and long-term disability
- robust wellness program
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