GENERAL SUMMARY:The AVP, Associate General Counsel provides hands-on counsel to the company's business units and assists General Counsel in managing the operations of legal department. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, presents clear recommendations, and assures legal compliance for the organization. Support the Legal Department's objective of being a trusted advisor to the business units within the company by developing effective relationships with internal clients. May manage support staff within the Legal Department.
MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assist General Counsel in reviewing, tracking, and managing defensive litigation matters, including management of external counsel relationships.
- Conduct legal research and prepare memorandums of law as requested by the General Counsel on various legal topics relating to the company's consumer finance operations.
- Provide legal guidance to support new product development and new delivery channels.
- Monitor, review and advise on developments in applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
- Review, draft, and negotiate various legal agreements.
- Manages risk relative to position.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to levels of urgency.
- Embrace the Company's core values and LEND leadership model.
- Build relationships with internal home office departments and branch network.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: - JD degree and admission to state bar required.
- Licensed to practice law in Georgia (or another U.S. state with the ability to practice in-house in Georgia).
- 3-5 years of work experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills.
PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- In-house or mid to large law firm experience desired.
- Prior experience in consumer financial services is required.
- Familiarity with applicable consumer lending laws and regulations such as Truth in Lending Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Privacy Act and Unfair, Deceptive and Abusive Acts and Practices (UDAAP).
- Experience with contract review and development and negotiation of contract terms.
- Superior ability to analyze complex business and legal issues.
- Exceptional judgment, outstanding inter-personal skills, and a teamwork-oriented attitude.
- Strong initiative with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
