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Navy Federal Credit Union Counsel in Pensacola, Florida
Overview
To provide support and counsel regarding legal aspects of Navy Federal Credit Union. Advise management and business units on a broad spectrum of legal issues relating to Navy Federal business and subsidiary entities, particularly related to business lending and consumer and commercial collections. Interpret and translate legal requirements and communicate them effectively to business units and external stakeholders. Assist with managing litigation of outside counsel. Direct report to Associate General Counsel.
Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and counsel regarding matters of regulatory compliance, litigation, and contracts
Act as liaison to Navy Federal business units to facilitate, improve, and strengthen operational decision-making through integration of legal analysis as part of the business development process
Advise on legal issues across the full spectrum of Navy Federal's business, including, but not limited to: collections, credit cards, secured and unsecured consumer and commercial lending, student lending, data/privacy, cybersecurity, corporate social responsibility, procurement, and vendor management
Ensure policies/procedures comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to: regulations from National Credit Union Administration and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Help identify existing and new issues pertaining to corporate compliance with state and federal regulations to ensure necessary policies, strategies and procedures are implemented
Respond to senior attorney and management requests for specific legal interpretation and/or the application of laws and regulations
Assist in providing litigation support and appropriate support to outside counsel; monitor work performed by outside litigation counsel and audit associated billing
Interpret and review laws, rules, and regulations affecting Navy Federal operations to optimize business effectiveness
Obtain or provide justification for all expense items
Provide ad hoc project support requiring additional legal review and research to the General Counsel Office and Navy Federal committees, other departments and senior management regarding legal issues
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, fully accredited by the American Bar Association
Licensed to practice law and in good standing with the bar of that state, willing and able to become licensed to practice law in Virginia or register for limited admission as a Virginia corporate counsel
Experience in regulatory compliance, litigation, and/or contracts, preferably involving financial institutions (law firm, in-house, and/or JAG Corps)
Effective interpersonal, leadership, negotiating, and consulting ability
Ability to present findings and conclusions clearly and concisely
Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
Advanced research, analytical, and problem solving skills
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Desired Qualifications
Working knowledge of financial services industry and financial institution operations
Familiarity with Navy Federal's functions, objectives, and mission
2+ years of experience practicing law
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 5550 Heritage Oaks Dr. Pensacola, FL 32526
About Us
You have goals, dreams, hobbies, and things you're passionate about—what's important to you is important to us. We're looking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, keep their skills sharp and move ahead, but who also take time for the things that matter to them—friends, family, and passions. And we're looking for team members who are passionate about our mission—making a difference in military members' and their families' lives. Together, we can make it happen. Don't take our word for it:
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• Ripplematch Campus Forward Award - Excellence in Early Career Hiring
• Fortune Best Place to Work for Financial and Insurance Services
Equal Employment Opportunity: Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace. Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
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