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RALLY CREDIT UNION

Occupation:

Lawyers

Location:

Corpus Christi, TX

•78414

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

07/01/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

08/31/2026

Expires:

09/30/2026

Agency Job ID:

126847

Job #: 17035106

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

Specialized Degree (e.g. MD, DDS) Experience

60 Month(s) Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Public Transit

Available Help for . The Corporate Counsel serves as a strategic legal partner to the credit union providing expert guidance on legal matters that impact the credit unions operations.

This role supports the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in effectively managing legal and regulatory risks from a collaborative leadership style that encourages proactive, business-minded legal guidance

•balancing precision with operational efficiency.

A key focus of this role is driving effective legal work management.

Rally Credit Union fosters a culture of integrity, collaboration, and innovation, with a strong commitment to employee growth and internal advancement.

Employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the organizations mission of improving lives and driving possibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assess each legal request to determine whether it should be managed internally or outsourced, considering its complexity, required expertise, and whether it can be grouped with related matters or broken into smaller, manageable components.

Select the most appropriate service provider for outsourced requests by matching the works attributes with provider capabilities to ensure optimal results.

Conduct internal preparation before engaging external providers, ensuring that all relevant information, documentation and initial analysis are complete to streamline execution and reduce costs.

Continuously improve provider mix and match quality by systematically collecting data on legal requests and analyzing current and future work requirements to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Provide oversight of legal processes related to levies, subpoenas, garnishments, and bankruptcies ensuring timely response, accurate documentation and compliance with applicable laws and internal procedures.

Review and approve powers of attorney, guardianship documents, and other member-submitted legal instruments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.

Review and evaluate internal policies and procedures from a legal perspective to ensure alignment with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

Provide recommendations for revisions or enhancements to mitigate legal risk and support operational integrity.

Review credit union documents and other correspondence to ensure legally sound and to identify and mitigate potential exposures.

Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting credit union operations and advise on needed policy or procedural changes.

Develop internal resources to promote legal awareness and risk-informed decision making.

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS

Supervise Approximately:

None

Reports To:

Chief Risk Officer

Contacts:

Senior management and outside counsel

Requirements

EDUCATION

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Texas

EXPERIENCE

5+ years of legal experience, preferably in financial services, banking or credit unions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical requirements are minimal; however, position involves wrist/hand/finger's manipulation; frequent viewing of computer/PC monitor; abilities to bend, stoop and reach overhead.

Perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs.

Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary.

Must be able to work extended hours on occasion when requested by management.

Must be capable of regular, reliable and timely attendance.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

Strong ability to exercise sound judgment when analyzing situations and resolving issues

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others and work effectively in a professional team environment

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with discretion and professionalism

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Personal computer with windows environment.

Office equipment such as typewriter, calculator, and copy machine.