Maintain strong, productive relationships with key internal clients while serving as a trusted legal advisor, and business partner. Serve as a technical expert in particular area(s) of specialization such as Fair Banking, the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), and the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 1.    Provide support to attorneys within the Legal Department, as well as lines of business with limited supervision. 2.    Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice relating to routine matters, and/or assisting in resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure to the company. 3.    Keeps abreast of and analyzes legislation, regulations, and case law developments that affect the company and the banking industry in area of practice. 4.    May prepare and/or review routine documents and other instruments, represent the company in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions (as applicable), performing legal research and analysis, maintaining files and records 5.    Develop an initial area of specialization to support line(s) of business 6.    Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects. QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1.    Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing 2.    5 - 8 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings 3.    Possess strong written and verbal communication skills 4.    Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly 5.    Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines 6.    Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills 7.    Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products Preferred Qualifications: 1.    Experience or related training in the financial services industry 2.    Experience in a corporate legal department, especially a financial institution, having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility 3.    An educational focus on business or finance 4.    Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS Sitting Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time) Standing Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time) Walking Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)      Bending Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time) Lifting Up to 10 lbs. Visual / Audio / Speaking Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone. Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding  Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers. Availability Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need. Travel Up to 25% General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit . Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.