Assistant General Counsel - Fair Banking

Truist•Washington, DC

9d•$168,000 - $198,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant General Counsel - Fair Banking position serves as a trusted legal advisor and business partner, maintaining strong relationships with key internal clients. This role requires technical expertise in areas such as Fair Banking, the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), and the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA). The position has a 5-day in-office expectation and is not a remote opportunity.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing
5 - 8 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

Nice To Haves

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 educational focus on business or finance
Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation

Responsibilities

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.