VP, CUSO Compliance Risk Assessment Officer

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General information

Entity

About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)

Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.

We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.

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Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.

We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.

Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.

By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.

All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025  

Reference

2026-108476  

Update date

09/02/2026

Job description

Business type

Types of Jobs - Compliance / Financial Security

Job title

VP, CUSO Compliance Risk Assessment Officer

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Job summary

 

The Compliance Department at Credit Agricole's Combined US Operations (CUSO) seeks a Corporate Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Risk Assessment (CRA) program across all business lines, reporting to the CUSO Head of Central Compliance. This role requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills to collaborate across divisions, assess business activities, and identify compliance risks. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of US banking regulations, corporate compliance frameworks, and experience in institutional investment banking or asset management.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the CRA program by coordinating assessments across all business lines, maintaining the assessment calendar, and ensuring timely completion of all activities.
  • Enhance CRA methodologies and tools to improve risk identification, analysis, and reporting capabilities.
  • Monitor action plans resulting from CRAs to ensure timely remediation of identified compliance gaps.
  • Collaborate with Monitoring & Testing, Internal Controls, and Training teams to ensure CRA results inform their program activities and support the broader compliance framework.
  • Maintain CRA policies and procedures to reflect current regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational changes
    Coordinate with the Paris-based GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tool development team to implement system enhancements and maintain platform effectiveness.
  • Prepare management reporting on CRA activities, findings, and trends for senior leadership and governance committees.
  • Support regulatory engagement during examinations and audits, providing documentation and explanations of the CRA program as needed
    Identify emerging compliance risks through ongoing monitoring of regulatory developments, industry trends, and business activities. 

Reports To: CUSO Head of Central Compliance

 

Salary:

$130K to 160K

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Position location

Geographical area

America, United States Of America

City

NEW YORK

Candidate criteria

Minimal education level

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Academic qualification / Speciality

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred

Experience

  • 7+ years in compliance within the financial services industry, with at least 2-3 years in a CRA-related role
  •  Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of US banking regulations applicable to Foreign Banking Organizations (FBOs), including BSA/AML, OFAC sanctions, consumer protection, and prudential requirements
  • Experience working in a Global Corporate Compliance Risk Assessment Program
  • Compliance Knowledge: Deep knowledge of compliance program frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and the three lines of defense model
  • Stakeholder Management and Ability to Influence across the Three Lines of Defense.
    General rules and regulations knowledge (FED, OCC, NYDFS, SEC, FINRA,);
  • Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex compliance concepts to diverse audiences
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with GRC platforms (or similar) preferred

Languages

English