General Counsel

United Community Bank•,

1d•$147,446 - $264,494•Onsite

About The Position

The General Counsel is responsible for leading and directing the legal department attorneys and staff. This position is charged with comprehensive leadership and strategic direction of the Company’s legal function, implementing effective legal oversight, operational excellence, and the advancement of enterprise-wide objectives. The General Counsel is accountable for the overall management and performance of the legal department.

Requirements

JD from accredited US law school; licensed to practice in SC or GA
15+ years of relevant law firm and in-house legal department experience in a financial institution
Expertise in all major legal disciplines relevant to financial institutions, including finance, lending, deposits, commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and litigation management
Proven ability to advise and influence executive leadership on high-stakes legal and business matters
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire and lead teams through organizational change and growth
Superior organizational and analytical capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex priorities in a dynamic environment
Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check

Nice To Haves

Applicants must reside in Florida or New Jersey

Responsibilities

Provide enterprise-wide legal leadership and strategic counsel to the executive leadership team and leaders of the Company’s business lines and functions, influencing critical business decisions and risk management initiatives
Lead, develop, and oversee the performance of all legal department attorneys and staff, ensuring the highest standards of professional excellence
Manage all legal operations supporting the Company’s business, including commercial and consumer lending, special assets, bankruptcy, retail branch support, regulatory compliance, litigation management, employment, intellectual property, data privacy, real estate, and garnishments, levies, and subpoenas
Advise on and lead the Company’s most complex and high-impact transactions, litigation, and dispute resolution matters
Oversee selection and performance of outside counsel relationships, securing cost-effective, high-quality legal representation
Oversee all regulatory matters, proactively monitor legal and regulatory changes, and ensure robust compliance and governance frameworks are implemented and maintained
Develop and implement Company-wide legal policies; serve as legal lead on major corporate projects and cross-functional initiatives
Partner with the General Counsel to set the strategic direction for the legal department, including developing and executing the legal department’s strategic plan and budget
Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the legal department, providing coaching, development, and performance management for all direct reports