Corporate Counsel

RALLY CREDIT UNION•Corpus Christi, TX

About The Position

The Corporate Counsel serves as a strategic legal partner to the credit union providing expert guidance on legal matters that impact the credit union’s 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 organization’s mission of improving lives and driving possibilities.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in Texas
5+ years of legal experience, preferably in financial services, banking or credit unions
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.
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
Personal computer with windows environment.
Office equipment such as typewriter, calculator, and copy machine.

Responsibilities

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 work’s 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.