Senior Associate, Legal – Banking Segment

First National Bank•Omaha, NE

1d•$89,828 - $148,215•Onsite

About The Position

Provide general legal advice to employees and management representatives of the consumer Banking business units such as Core Banking, Mortgage, Small Business, and Operations. Knowledge of the assigned business unit’s business/industry, policies and procedures is required. Reports to and is accountable to the Director, Risk Sustainability, in the First Line of Defense.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a transactional lawyer, with strongly desired experience in the financial services industry, specifically consumer banking
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in Nebraska or other footprint state (state bar membership required).
Deep knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to supported business units, including UCC Art. 9.
Experience in the use of LLMs and GenAI, with a willingness to use and incorporate into daily workstream.
Extensive research and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to think creatively and strategically, while still developing tactical plans.
Demonstrate a consultative approach with the ability to analyze stakeholders’ needs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build collaborative relationships, listen and actively contribute to discussions.
Display a positive business presence with business units and external contacts.
Demonstrate sound judgment and apply logical and critical thought processes when developing and recommending solutions.
Excellent project/time management skills and the ability to multi-task and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to make reasoned decisions under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the financial services industry, specifically consumer banking

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and counsel to business units.
Develop and present recommendations to business unit representation and assist the implementation of approved solutions.
Draft, review and negotiate contracts for supported business units, with a strong focus on commercial loan documents and day-to-day matters associated with commercial banking and commercial lending.
Coordinate and complete special projects as assigned.
Ensure employees are being adequately trained on legal matters and requirements, helping them understand their responsibilities and obligations.
Identify areas for process improvement and assist in implementing best practices within the business line, first line of defense, and legal department.
Analyze issues, conduct research and develop recommendations to mitigate legal risk for the supported business units.
Assess level of risk for services and activities of the business units supported.
Monitor, research, and interpret regulatory changes, legislative trends, and legislative developments.
Provide ongoing and documented guidance as to their impact on products, services, and operations.
Effectively collaborate with and manage external counsel providing legal risk services including the identification of appropriate counsel, contracting with counsel for services and managing the cost of counsel.
Ensure that assigned business units have access to and utilize available legal risk management services for all third-party relationships.
Support and uphold the First National Operating Philosophy.
Uphold the First National Code of Business Conduct and ensure that confidential information is safeguarded.
Maintain a high level of cooperation and rapport with co-workers and business partners to ensure accurate and efficient operations and service.
Formulate and communicate new ideas and suggestions that will improve profitability and efficiency for the organization’s overall operation.
Foster and always promote the proper company image.