Experience
5 yrs required
Location
Richmond, VA, United States
Posted on
Oct 27, 2022
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Assistant General Counsel – Strategic Contracting
The candidate will provide support to attorneys within the Legal Department, as well as lines of business with limited supervision. Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice relating to routine matters, and/or assisting in resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure to the company. Keeps abreast of and analyzes legislation, regulations, and case law developments that affect the company and the banking industry in area of practice. May prepare and/or review routine documents and other instruments, represent the company in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions (as applicable), performing legal research and analysis, maintaining files and records. Develop an initial area of specialization to support line(s) of business. Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects. Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing, 5 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly. Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines. Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products. Experience or related training in the financial services industry. Experience in a corporate legal department, especially a financial institution, having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility. An understanding of marketing engagements. Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation. Familiarity with Ariba and Archer.
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