Job Summary
The Legal Counsel acts as the main in-house expert, offering legal guidance on banking products, ensuring adherence to regulations, and overseeing corporate governance. This role is vital for managing contracts, coordinating legal disputes, and assisting different departments with legal and policy-related issues.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal advice on bank products and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee corporate governance matters.
- Manage and draft company contracts.
- Coordinate and manage litigation processes.
- Support various business units with legal and policy inquiries.
Qualifications
- J.D. from a well-respected law school.
- Minimum of 12 years of legal experience, preferably in a mid to large firm, government position, or financial services legal department.
- Strong analytical skills with an ability to assess complex legal issues.
- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
- In-depth understanding of banking industry standards and consumer compliance regulations.
THIRD COAST BANK provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
