*Must reside in the Albuquerque, NM area*

The Regional Operations Manager (ROM) is a strategic member of the regional leadership team, responsible for driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance, increased efficiencies, and risk mitigation across the branch network. This role serves as the key operational advisor for retail leadership and partners cross-functionally to implement enterprise initiatives, influence field readiness, and ensure a culture of strong internal controls. In addition to ensuring daily operational soundness, the ROM plays a pivotal role in data-driven decision-making, M&A integration, and branch network optimization, including openings, consolidations, and closures. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who thrives on complex problem-solving, organizational transformation, and strategic execution.

Job responsibilities:

*Provide hands-on leadership in the execution, monitoring, documentation and reporting of operational standards across an assigned region of 12-16 branches

*Serve as the subject matter expert and coach for all retail policies, procedures, banking regulations, compliance protocols, and branch review readiness
*Leverage operational data and trend analysis to identify gaps, forecast risk, and drive performance improvements

*Partner with Compliance and Oversight and Consumer Banking Support teams to develop actionable insights for senior leadership

*Own regional remediation planning post-branch review and monthly KPIs

*Ensure branch network adherence to regulatory and corporate compliance requirements. Monitor completion of all mandatory training, and Archer Assertions

*Lead operational readiness and change management for retail M&A activities Partner with several lines of business to facilitate seamless branch onboarding, branch operational requirements, and cultural integration

*Serve as operational lead on retail transformation projects, including branch openings, refreshes, closures, and consolidations. Act as liaison between the branch and Manager of Strategic Sourcing, ensuring timelines, communication, and training are aligned with field needs

*Assess branch associate competencies and partner with Training to build &/or review customized onboarding plans. Lead regional operational training initiatives and reinforce learning through branch touchpoints and feedback loops. • Serve as point of contact for escalated security events, including robberies. Coordinate with Corporate Security on incident response, staffing recovery, and compliance documentation

*Liaise between branches and key departments including Consumer Operations, Legal, Compliance, Fraud, Training, Procurement, and Security to advocate for branch needs and elevate operational effectiveness

*Investigate and resolve complex operational challenges, customer issues, and system inefficiencies. Maintain oversight of error tracking and promote a culture of accountability and proactive resolution

*Other Duties as Assigned: Remain agile in supporting enterprise priorities and Consumer Leadership requests.

Requirements:

MINIMUM:

5+ years of experience in retail banking operations, risk management, or compliance leadership.

3+ years leadership experience

Bachelor's degree in business, related field, or comparable experience

Knowledge and Skills:

MINIMUM: • Demonstrated experience managing through change. • Strong understanding of banking regulations, operational policy, and audit frameworks. • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all organizational levels. • Proven analytical skills with ability to interpret data and drive strategy. • Advanced skills in branch operations and teller & platform functionality.

PREFERRED:

Experience supporting M&A

Ability to build relationships and inspire trust across the organization.

Ability to present and convey information that influences individuals at varying levels within the organization.
This position was posted on 07/22/2026. The application deadline for this position is 45 days from the posting date unless filled earlier.

Compensation Range:
$98,208 - $144,705

The posted compensation range on this listing represents UMB's good faith and reasonable estimate based on its budget and what it expects to be the starting pay for this role, but the actual compensation may vary by geographic location, experience level, and other job-related factors. Please see the description of benefits included with this job posting for additional information.

UMB offers competitive and varied benefits to eligible associates, such as Paid Time Off; a 401(k) matching program; annual incentive pay; paid holidays; a comprehensive company sponsored benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage; health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts; adoption assistance; an employee assistance program; fitness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement; an associate wellbeing program; an associate emergency fund; and various associate banking benefits. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements vary.

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