Corporate Counsel Position Available In Harrison, Mississippi

Corporate Counsel Corporate Counsel locations
Hancock Whitney Plaza – Gulfport, MS
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 9 Days Ago
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JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY

Provides advice and counsel on a wide variety of legal matters or problems involving Hancock Whitney and its subsidiaries (the Company), including both litigation and regulatory proceedings and commercial and consumer banking, all as part of managing legal risks and costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as monitoring attorney of ongoing Company litigation, assisting with the handling, management, and resolution of litigation and disputes.
Oversees a diverse range of litigation and regulatory proceedings including pre-litigation dispute resolution, management of active litigation, discovery, and other litigation requests and procedures.
Coordinates notices and updates to the Company’s insurers related to active and concluded litigation against the Company; prepares periodic litigation reports for executive management, the Board, and auditors.
Assists in investigation of and response to various regulatory complaints, as well as internal investigations, and reviews various types of regulatory or legal requests or notices directed to or served upon the Company for proper handling.
Acts as a liaison with outside law firms including monitoring and tracking assigned projects or cases, evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of outside law firms, and consulting with outside law firms on strategy and policy issues.
Assists in developing training programs and/or materials; Provides such training as appropriate or requested.
Provides advice and counsel on a variety of legal matters involving the Company.
Proactively assesses risks/loss exposure facing the Company and recommends/collaborates on solutions to mitigate/minimize such risks/losses; identifies best practices.
Prepares responses to regulatory exam requests and requests by internal and external auditors.
Assists with product development and revenue initiatives of a wide variety.
Keeps informed of federal and state legislation and judicial decisions that may affect Company operations; provides advice and counsel based on interpretations of said laws, regulations, and decisions.
Prepares and reviews business agreements and handles other legal matters as needed.
Advises and provides support to Company associates on all legal and compliance aspects of commercial and consumer banking.
Assists with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating documents, including, for example, contracts, loan documentation, customer facing agreements, and corporate level agreements involving the Company’s interests or the interests of customers.
Assists as needed with review and commentary on proposed state and federal laws and regulations.
Assists as needed in corporate governance and deal structuring.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly and/or indirectly supervises employees in Legal and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited institution
5+ years of legal experience, preferably within a financial institution
Business experience obtained through the private practice of law desired, with an emphasis on commercial and/or complex litigation or disputes
Licensed to practice law in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Texas, or eligible to become licensed in one or more of those states
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
Ability to operate a keyboard if required to perform the essential job functions
Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions
Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions
Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an “undue hardship” then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws. About Us When you choose a career with Hancock Whitney (

Nasdaq:

HWC), we pledge a heartfelt promise: You can grow. You have a voice. You are important. You also share in a rich regional heritage and embrace core values—timeless ideals vital to our culture since the 1800s—that inspire how we serve clients, communities, and each other: Honor & Integrity, Strength & Stability, Commitment to Service, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility. A fast-growing organization consistently rated among America’s strongest, safest financial services institutions, our company is based in Gulfport, Mississippi. Our bank and subsidiaries provide contemporary, comprehensive consumer, commercial, and wealth financial products and services at regional headquarters and 200-plus financial centers across a vibrant Southeast corridor including Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. Each day, our nearly 4,000 associates carry on a mission to help people achieve their financial goals and dreams. We come to work to create opportunities for the people we serve in the communities we call home. Together, we continue building a company solidly focused on being better, going beyond, and doing more to secure success for the people and businesses depending on us. Let our legacy lead to your future. now. Learn more at hancockwhitney.com/ourstory