Director, Compliance

Job Description

Job Description

Director, Compliance

Location : Denver, CO (In-Office)

Job Type : Full-Time Exempt

Salary : $134,000 - $228,000 / YR

• Actual offer will be based on experience, location, education, and / or skills

Applications should be submitted for consideration no later than 11 / 20 / 2025

Who We're Looking For

You're a strategic compliance leader with deep experience navigating complex regulatory environments. You bring a strong understanding of consumer, commercial, and fiduciary regulations, and you know how to translate legal requirements into practical, bank-wide policies. You thrive in collaborative environments, excel at preparing for regulatory exams, and are comfortable advising senior leadership and boards. If you're passionate about building scalable compliance frameworks and leading a high-performing team, this role is for you.

About the Role

As Director of Compliance at First Western Trust Bank, you'll oversee the Compliance Management Program, ensuring adherence to state and federal laws across banking operations—including Deposit, Lending, Mortgage, and Trust. You'll manage regulatory audits and examinations, implement proactive policies, advise executive leadership, and help foster a culture of integrity and accountability. This is a highly visible, strategic role reporting directly to the CRO.

What You'll Do

What You Bring

What We Offer

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Who We Are

At First Western Trust, we're more than just a financial institution—we're a team of forward-thinkers committed to excellence, innovation, and impact. Our culture thrives on teamwork and mutual respect, grounded in the belief that diverse perspectives fuel creativity and help us tackle challenges in fresh, effective ways.

We celebrate each other's successes, welcome new ideas, and take personal ownership in everything we do. A genuine desire to positively impact our clients, communities, and one another drives our work. We meet challenges with a growth mindset, act with urgency and accountability, and constantly strive to raise the bar for ourselves and our clients.

Leadership at First Western means setting an example and fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and respect. Whether you're just beginning your journey or bringing years of experience, you'll find a welcoming community where your contributions are valued and your potential is boundless.

We expect our people to :

If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

Learn more at myfw.com or email Talent.Management@myfw.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

First Western Trust is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every team member is valued and given the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. For accommodation requests, please contact Talent.Management@myfw.com.

Region A Pay Range

Pay Range

$134,000—$228,000 USD