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Description:

At BankPlus, we strive to add value for our employees, customers and shareholders. We are a high-performing TEAM committed to fulfilling promises, building lasting relationships, and making dreams come true. All current employees must have a performance rating of Outstanding or High-Performing to be eligible to post for a position. This position works collaboratively across departments to ensure the Bank operates within all applicable legal and regulatory requirements while advancing its business objectives and safeguarding its reputation. The Senior Corporate Counsel partners closely with the Chief Legal Officer on legal oversight, governance, risk management, and regulatory matters, ensuring the Bank maintains full compliance with the law while meeting strategic and financial goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides bank wide regulatory and operational legal counsel and legal advice on various matters affecting the Bank. Assists in preparation of Board and committee materials, including resolutions, minutes, consents, and governance policies. Supports the development and maintenance of corporate governance frameworks, charters, and bylaws. Reviews, negotiates and drafts contracts, leases, and agreements. Ensures proper documentation, recordkeeping, and maintenance of the Bank's corporate records Partners with Human Resources, Compliance and Risk teams monitor and interpret regulatory developments, ensuring timely implementation of required changes. Identifies and mitigates legal risks associated with new products, services, and strategic initiatives. Evaluates potential exposure and develops strategies for dispute resolution or settlement. Develops, implements, and updates legal and compliance policies to reflect regulatory expectations and industry standards. Reviews, manages, and responds to various third-party legal inquiries affecting the Bank such as garnishments, tax levies, and subpoenas, whether civil or criminal. Files pleadings and makes limited appearances in state and Federal courts on behalf of the Bank in a variety of lawsuits. Works with outside counsel on legal matters, mediations, arbitrations, and hearings. Supports Chief Legal Officer and Bank officers on legal matters affecting the Bank. Reviews, drafts, and updates internal policies, procedures, and standard forms to align with current laws, regulations, and best practices. Reviews advertising and marketing materials to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Maintains a thorough knowledge of Bank products, services, policies, procedures, and appropriate regulatory issues as related to daily job functions including but not limited to: Bank Secrecy Act; Privacy Act; Fair Lending Act; Regulation E, etc. Completes required compliance training and adhere to the Bank's standard of conduct. Represents the Bank in community affairs. Make referrals to the Mortgage Center and Wealth Management. Participate in the bank's High- Performance Rewards Connections program. Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law - Affiliation with the Mississippi Bar Association. Preferred legal experience in the states of Louisiana and Alabama. Minimum of six (6) to eight (8) years of legal experience, with preferred experience including banking, financial services, or regulatory compliance. Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Extensive reading as needed. Proven discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive information. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. BankPlus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. About Us Attorney Jobs in USA heartily welcomes you. We provide attorney jobs, in house counsel jobs and law student jobs around the USA from leading resources. We are always welcome your feedback to improve our performance. Please feel free to contact us with your suggestions or concern using Contact Us form. Company About Us Daily Jobs FAQ Terms & Conditions Contact Us Job Search by locations Attorney Jobs in New York Attorney Jobs in Washington Attorney Jobs in San Francisco Attorney Jobs in Los Angeles Attorney Jobs in Chicago Trending job titles Counsel Jobs Employment Associate Jobs Staff Attorney Jobs Prosecutor Jobs Patent Attorney Jobs Copyrights © 2026 All Rights Reserved by Attorney Jobs in USA .