Description:

What does it mean to be a Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts at A Company Provides Financial Services?

The Senior Corporate Counsel will provide counsel on legal matters as well as advise on the legal implications of all matters. In addition, this position will be responsible for ensuring the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations and maintains a robust compliance management system that enables the company to develop and adopt best practices quickly within the rapidly changing consumer and auto finance industry. The role will report to the Sr. VP, General Counsel & Compliance Officer and operate from our Greenville, SC office.

How will you drive value within the organization as a Senior Corporate Counsel?

Act as legal resource and offer counsel on all legal matters impacting the company
Oversee legal review of all contracts with third party vendors, including but not limited to:
Preparing, reviewing, revising, and negotiating relevant portions thereof
Maintaining Legal Department records related to contracts
Continually develop and improve policies and procedures around contracting processes, including developing standardized forms and clause libraries where appropriate
Advise on regulatory, legal, and compliance issues related to all areas of consumer and auto financing, including licensing, contract origination, documentation requirements, fair lending, loan servicing, repossession, debt collection and information security
Provide legal support related to the initiation and maintenance of new product lines
Provide legal support to Compliance-related initiatives
Research unique legal issues impacting the organization and develop solutions to complex legal questions
Provide legal support to operational units
Maintain electronic records and files that support work performed, results and outcomes
Foster a collaborative culture that facilitates the achievement of business plan objectives by working closely with other associates and members of management
Participate in special projects as needed
Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by management

What should you already know to be successful as a Senior Corporate Counsel?

Minimum of bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School required
Admitted to practice and active member in good standing of the bar
Minimum of four (4) years' experience as a practicing attorney required
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in the financial industry preferred
Unimpeachable ethics and integrity, as well as independent judgment
Strong knowledge of state and federal laws addressing all aspects of consumer and auto finance
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including outside counsel, executive and senior management, industry counterparts and business associates
Experience with cost-effective management of outside legal resources
Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness
Exceptional interpersonal skills: friendly and tactful with the ability to influence others, effectively manage conflict, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Team player that can adapt in a fast-paced and changing environment
Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of internet and standard business applications such as Microsoft Office; ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required
Commitment to exemplifying the organizational core values and key competencies
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and demonstrated ability to effectively set and manage multiple conflicting priorities
Ability to think strategically and deliver tactically

Employment Requirements:

Must be able to pass a criminal background check
This position is full-time
This is an exempt level position whereby business need will dictate the exact work schedule which should be expected to vary at times. Generally, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm
Regular, predictable attendance is required, including overtime hours as business demands dictate
Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand
The position does require travel, up to 10%
While performing the essential duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to:
Remain in a stationary position up to 100% of the workday
Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment
Talk and hear to exchange accurate information
Have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading