Job Description
Bank in Fairfield County is looking to hire an Attorney to focus in Commercial Banking
- Independently draft, review, and negotiate various commercial banking documents, vendor contracts, and third-party agreements to minimize legal risks.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (e.g., Loan Operations, Compliance, Credit, Risk Management, Product Development) on legal matters, product development, and risk management strategies.
- Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on a variety of legal and regulatory issues to provide strategic advice to internal stakeholders.
- Engage and actively manage outside counsel with a view to reducing legal spend and mitigating potential conflicts while providing "best in class" legal support for the business.
- Assist with special projects as needed, such as the development of new loan products and services.
- Advise the Bank on various regulatory matters, including but not limited to federal and state banking regulations, Fair Lending Laws, AML, BSA, and other applicable laws.
- Stay abreast of evolving financial laws, regulations, and industry trends, including those related to technology, innovation, and cybersecurity.