Why This Role MattersThis is more than a legal position. As LCEF's principal legal advisor, you will partner closely with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to navigate complex legal matters, support strategic initiatives, and ensure sound governance across the organization. Your counsel will help guide decisions that impact our ministry, our investors, our borrowers, and the communities we serve.
If you are an experienced attorney who enjoys solving complex problems, building trusted relationships, and using your expertise to support a Christ-centered mission, we invite you to consider this unique leadership opportunity.
What You'll DoAs Chief Legal Officer, you will:
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
- Provide strategic legal guidance that supports organizational goals, protects LCEF's interests, and advances our mission.
- Lead corporate governance activities and support Board and committee processes.
- Oversee legal matters across the organization, including contracts, real estate transactions, lending activities, securities disclosures, employment matters, and corporate initiatives.
- Manage relationships with outside counsel and coordinate legal services related to litigation, disputes, and specialized legal matters.
- Consult with internal business leaders to identify practical solutions to complex legal and operational challenges.
- Review and negotiate a wide variety of agreements and transactions that support LCEF's ministry and business operations.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise leadership regarding potential impacts to the organization.
- Collaborate across departments to provide legal guidance that enables sound decision-making and effective risk management.
- Support strategic projects and organizational initiatives as LCEF continues to grow and serve God's people.
What You'll Need- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active Missouri law license and membership in good standing with the Missouri Bar.
- At least 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience.
- Significant experience in contracts and real estate; and mortgage lending, banking or creditor's rights. Additional preferred practice areas include corporate governance, nonprofit organizations, and state securities issuance.
- Experience advising senior executives, boards, and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, business-oriented counsel.
- Strong negotiation, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining excellent judgment and discretion.
- A collaborative leadership style and a commitment to serving others.
- Experience in nonprofit organizations, securities issuance, financial services, faith-based organizations, or regulated industries is a plus.
What We Offer- Wellness resources for spiritual growth, physical health and social connection.
- Comprehensive compensation package, including the opportunity to participate in our Employee Incentive Program.
- Generous time off, including dedicated time off between Christmas and New Year's Day.
- Health insurance with 100% of premiums covered by LCEF, retirement benefits (pension and 403(b) employer match), paid parental leave, and so much more.
