Navigant Credit Union
AVP, Associate Counsel
Navigant Credit Union, Smithfield, Rhode Island, us, 02917
ABOUT:
People helping people. That's what a credit union, and in particular Navigant Credit Union, is all about. Our mission is to improve the financial well-being of the families, businesses, and communities we serve, and have been since our founding in 1915.
Now at more than $3 billion in assets, Navigant Credit Union is among the largest credit unions in Rhode Island, yet still maintain our community-driven values.
Those values-and our belief in putting people first-are just a few of the reasons why Navigant Credit Union has been named "Rhode Island's Best Place to Work" year-after-year by the
Providence Business News . Our Core Values consist of "Leadership, Unity, Caring, and Integrity" are the guiding principles for our organization. They are the qualities and/or traits that we consider a high priority for Navigant Credit Union employees. Our company prides itself on demonstrating community-based values and investing in our workforce, while exceeding member expectations. We offer tremendous opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and a best-in-class benefits package including a rich medical and dental plan, vision benefits, a robust 401(k) with a generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, paid volunteer days, and opportunities to give back to the community. If you believe you'd be a great fit, and are interested in joining our team, submit an application today!
ABOUT THE ROLE This position assists the General Counsel with a broad range of legal duties including but not limited to contract review and management, complaint management, and assisting with compliance and legal questions. This role works closely with internal staff as well as outside vendors to manage legal projects and provide a supporting role for compliance issues.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (in descending order of importance and should be no more than 10, if possible) Drafts, reviews and advises on legal contracts and agreements to ensure proper due diligence, risk mitigation to the organization, and compliance with organizational policies and external laws and regulations. Establishes and maintains a comprehensive contract management system including but not limited to renewal tracking and a contract clause library. Provides substantial support to the Compliance team to ensure the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and standards. Create and maintain a resource library for staff to reference when they have questions. Develops and maintains expert knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations affecting financial institutions. Assists the General Counsel in responding to regulatory and other member complaints. Collaborates with Compliance and member experience team to enhance a complaint management system. Provides assistance and support to SVP, General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer on potential or actual merger and acquisition opportunities identified by the credit union. Performs all other duties as assigned by the SVP, General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education Juris Doctorate degree required from an accredited law school. Must be barred/licensed to practice law, preferably in Rhode Island and/or Massachusetts. Experience/Skills/Knowledge: Four years of previous experience at a law firm or in corporate law required. Must have a working understanding and knowledge of laws and regulations impacting the financial services industry. Must have prior experience in contract law, including drafting, negotiating and interpreting contracts. Must have excellent organizational, analytical, researching and problem-solving skills. Exceptional persuasion, negotiation and interpersonal skills required. Must have the ability to handle multiple projects/priorities simultaneously with an effective outcome and limited direction. Ability to deal with highly confidential information is required. Must possess strong service orientation skills in alignment with the credit union's mission and core values. Excellent verbal, written, telephone, and interpersonal communication skills required. PC proficient, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the Internet. The ability to establish and cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to build consensus is required. Ability to function in a commercial office environment and utilize standard office equipment including but not limited to fax, copier, telephone, etc. Some travel is required. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. e.g., file boxes.
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Providence Business News . Our Core Values consist of "Leadership, Unity, Caring, and Integrity" are the guiding principles for our organization. They are the qualities and/or traits that we consider a high priority for Navigant Credit Union employees. Our company prides itself on demonstrating community-based values and investing in our workforce, while exceeding member expectations. We offer tremendous opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and a best-in-class benefits package including a rich medical and dental plan, vision benefits, a robust 401(k) with a generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, paid volunteer days, and opportunities to give back to the community. If you believe you'd be a great fit, and are interested in joining our team, submit an application today!
ABOUT THE ROLE This position assists the General Counsel with a broad range of legal duties including but not limited to contract review and management, complaint management, and assisting with compliance and legal questions. This role works closely with internal staff as well as outside vendors to manage legal projects and provide a supporting role for compliance issues.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (in descending order of importance and should be no more than 10, if possible) Drafts, reviews and advises on legal contracts and agreements to ensure proper due diligence, risk mitigation to the organization, and compliance with organizational policies and external laws and regulations. Establishes and maintains a comprehensive contract management system including but not limited to renewal tracking and a contract clause library. Provides substantial support to the Compliance team to ensure the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and standards. Create and maintain a resource library for staff to reference when they have questions. Develops and maintains expert knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations affecting financial institutions. Assists the General Counsel in responding to regulatory and other member complaints. Collaborates with Compliance and member experience team to enhance a complaint management system. Provides assistance and support to SVP, General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer on potential or actual merger and acquisition opportunities identified by the credit union. Performs all other duties as assigned by the SVP, General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education Juris Doctorate degree required from an accredited law school. Must be barred/licensed to practice law, preferably in Rhode Island and/or Massachusetts. Experience/Skills/Knowledge: Four years of previous experience at a law firm or in corporate law required. Must have a working understanding and knowledge of laws and regulations impacting the financial services industry. Must have prior experience in contract law, including drafting, negotiating and interpreting contracts. Must have excellent organizational, analytical, researching and problem-solving skills. Exceptional persuasion, negotiation and interpersonal skills required. Must have the ability to handle multiple projects/priorities simultaneously with an effective outcome and limited direction. Ability to deal with highly confidential information is required. Must possess strong service orientation skills in alignment with the credit union's mission and core values. Excellent verbal, written, telephone, and interpersonal communication skills required. PC proficient, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the Internet. The ability to establish and cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to build consensus is required. Ability to function in a commercial office environment and utilize standard office equipment including but not limited to fax, copier, telephone, etc. Some travel is required. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. e.g., file boxes.
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