SVP & Associate General Counsel (Litigation, Ethics, and Compliance)

Department: Legal

We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities. We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives – they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.

Department Overview

The Legal department provides support for issues relating to laws and regulations, corporate policies, contracts, litigation, and more.

The Impact You Will Have

This role is part of a growing legal team supporting various corporate functions. The Senior Vice President & Associate General Counsel-Litigation, Ethics & Compliance, who will report to the General Counsel, will provide legal counsel primarily focused on litigation, contract dispute resolution, and legal and regulatory compliance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Managing and advising on commercial disputes, including managing litigation.
• Tracking, reporting, and analyzing pre-litigation and litigation events.
• Negotiating and structuring settlements of commercial disputes.
• Collaborating with the legal team and other colleagues to understand and mitigate litigation risk.
• Supporting internal investigations, as needed.
• Managing and administering the Code of Conduct and Walker & Dunlop’s Ethics Program policies, standards, and procedures.
• Developing and managing relevant ethics and compliance programming, training, awareness, and outreach.
• Regularly assessing and developing programming to maintain Walker & Dunlop’s ethical culture.
• Managing and coordinating outside legal counsel.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Attendance is generally 8:30 am – 5:30 pm EST Monday through Friday, with the ability to work up to 1 of those days remotely.

Education and Experience

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Membership in good standing in a state Bar.
• Ten+ years of litigation, corporate investigation, contract dispute resolution, and ethics program experience with a top-tier law firm or in-house at a financial or other regulated institution.
• Experience developing and managing legal and regulatory ethics and compliance programs.
• Experience counseling senior business clients on a wide variety of litigation and legal risk issues.
• Experience analyzing inquiries and complaints and interpreting corporate policies related to financial reporting, fraud, conflicts of interest, among others.
• Experience with risk assessment, mitigation, and management.
• Ability to effectively/proactively handle multiple cases, including managing and coordinating outside counsel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of litigation procedures.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate matters and concepts.
• Superior business acumen with the ability to balance legal issues with business objectives.
• Effective communication skills with a variety of contacts, including outside counsel, senior management, and other business colleagues.
• Outstanding interpersonal and business partnering skills.
• High standards of integrity and good judgment.
• Commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders.

This position has an estimated base salary of $225,000 - $250,000 plus discretionary bonus and stock compensation. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023.
• Comprehensive benefit options that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation, some of which include:
• Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions.
• Competitive dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) + match.
• Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits.
• A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance.
• Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs.
• Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with employee resource groups organizing activities and providing a space for open communication.
• Career development opportunities.
• Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching.

Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked.

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

Fair Chance Hiring

Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.