Legal and Compliance Counsel Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Job Description:

DescriptionCIVIC CULTUREOur organization believes we can all dowell by doing good. We value the contributions of diverse minds andprioritize the success and well-being of our employees. We alsobelieve every person in our organization plays a role in supportinga healthy environment and helping to achieve our goal of prosperityfor all. To this end, we recruit bright, energetic, and talentedpeople to be members of our team. In return, we offer a dynamicworkplace that presents opportunities for professional advancementand individual growth. We strive to always display integrity,self-awareness, courage, and respect for one another whilecontinuing to seek opportunities to learn. We really believe thatwhen our employees succeed, our community wins.

ABOUT THEPOSITIONUnder the general direction of the VP of Legal Services,the Legal and Compliance Counsel is an integral member of the LegalServices team. This position will participate in the development ofthe overall legal and compliance strategy for the Credit Union,including, but not limited to: recommending, implementing andadministering Credit Union policies and procedures; drafting,reviewing and negotiating software licenses and vendor contracts;assessing the Credit Union’s insurance/bond policy needs; ensuringbusiness units’ compliance with applicable laws and regulations;and developing objectives to help maximize the safety and soundnessof Credit Union products, services, and activities. This role isalso key in identifying, assessing and advising management on themitigation of various legal and reputational risks that may ariseduring the implementation of existing as well as new Credit Unionstrategic goals and initiatives.

NORMAL DAY-TO-DAY WORK

Monitor, review and evaluate compliance issues/concerns withinthe Credit Union to ensure they are being appropriatelyinvestigated and resolved. Analyze and recommend to the VP of Legal Services and, whereappropriate, Executive Management best practices, solutions andchanges that help further Credit Union goals and mitigate legal andreputational risks to its strategic initiatives. Draft, review and negotiate transactional documents, includingcontracts for service, settlement agreements and licensingagreements, among others. Serve as a point of expert contact for staff on mattersrequiring general legal oversight. Identify and resolve issues related to the Credit Union’s RiskManagement Program. Bring general legal issues and concerns to the attention of theSVP of Legal Services and, where appropriate, Executive Management,and assist in the development of related Credit Union policies andprocedures. Serve as liaison for the Legal Services department, in theabsence of, or as directed by the VP of Legal Services, on legaland compliance matters requiring communication with the

NCUA, CFPB,NC

Credit Union Administration and other relevant regulatorybodies. Work with departments to assess the compliance implicationsresulting from changes made to policies, processes andprocedures. Keep abreast of, monitor and analyze developing trends andchanges in regulatory compliance laws, rules and regulations, andassist in the determination of operational impacts and thedevelopment of implementation plans. Identify issues and provide counsel to organizationaldepartments on legal, regulatory, and information security issues,respectively. Assist in developing and maintaining form legal documentation,negotiation guidelines, policies and procedures. Manage legal disputes, litigation, settlements, and other legalproceedings involving the Credit Union. Take ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openlyaccept feedback and demonstrate both the willingness and ability toimprove.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Here are a few skills you MUST have to bequalified for this position. J.D. degree from an accredited law school and licensed topractice law in the State of North Carolina, with at least 4 – 6years of related legal experience in a law firm, business ornon-profit organization. Americas Credit Unions Certified Compliance Officer designationor able to obtain within 1 year. Excellent analytical skills and ability to conduct thoroughresearch, interpret and understand laws, regulations, riskmanagement standards and best practices, and provide workablerecommendations and solutions. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionallyboth orally and in writing with all levels of staff and managementand maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Strong initiative with ability to work with minimal supervisionand on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to function in a Consumer business office environmentand utilize standard office equipment including but not limited to:

PC, copier, telephone, etc. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. (file boxes, computerprinter). Travel required sometimesHere are a few qualities we’d LIKE foryou to have to make you more suited for this position. Full knowledge of and/or practical experience with theoperations of financial institutions, their products andservices. Full knowledge and understanding of the laws and regulationsgoverning credit unions. Litigation and/or litigation management experienceCONTACT USIfyou have questions about this position description, please feelwelcome to ask. You can reach our HR Department at:

Civic HumanResources3600 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC27609careers@civicfcu.org #J-18808-Ljbffr