What does it mean to be a Corporate Counsel II at A Company Provides Financial Services?

The Corporate Counsel II position will provide guidance on legal matters and advise on the legal implications of all consumer financial regulatory matters. This position will be responsible for ensuring the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

How will you drive value within the organization as a Corporate Counsel II?

Act as the legal resource and offer counsel on all consumer financial regulatory matters impacting the company
Document legal standards for use by business units and the Compliance department
Assist in the legal review of all contracts with third party vendors
Provide legal support to Compliance-related initiatives
Research unique legal issues impacting the organization and develop solutions to complex legal questions
Deliver counsel to various business units
Maintain electronic records and files that support work performed, results, and outcomes
Foster a collaborative culture that facilitates the achievement of business plan objectives by working closely with other associates and members of management
Perform additional assignments and special projects as required by the needs of the company or as directed by management

What should you already know to be successful as a Corporate Counsel II?

Minimum of bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School required
Active member in good standing of the bar
Minimum of one (1) year experience as a practicing attorney required
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in the financial industry preferred
Unimpeachable ethics and integrity, as well as demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment
Experience with cost-effective management of outside legal resources
Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness
Excellent interpersonal skills: friendly and tactful with the ability to influence others, effectively manage conflict, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Team player that can adapt in a fast-paced and changing environment

Employment Requirements:

Must be able to pass a criminal background check
This position is full-time
The position does require travel, up to 10%
While performing the essential duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to:
Remain in a stationary position up to 100% of the workday
Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment
Talk and hear to exchange accurate information
Have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading