Associate General Counsel (Summit Funding Group)

Summit Funding Group, Inc. is seeking a full‑time Associate Counsel to report to the General Counsel. Essential Functions / Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate financing documents and a wide array of legal contracts. Foster collaborative relationships with sales, business folks, and management. Assist in implementing the company’s business initiatives, strategic plans, and special projects. Provide guidance on legal, collections, Human Resources, and compliance issues. Manage lease contract enforcement, including bankruptcy and other recovery efforts. Research, review and advise the General Counsel and senior management on legal matters such as the UCC, titling issues, and related equipment finance law. Must Have J.D. from an accredited law school. 2–4 years of relevant firm or in‑house experience. Positive approach to the practice of law, a quick learner, and commitment to exceptional work product. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Dedication to the details, yet creative and flexible. Relationship‑driven, eager to work cooperatively with business partners and colleagues. Experience in equipment finance is a strong plus. Physical Requirements Occasionally lifts and carries up to 10 lbs. Frequently sits, stands, and walks. Compliance Statement The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti‑Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, as well as all other lending and deposit compliance requirements. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Please review our Benefits Guide. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an E‑Verify Employer. It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr First Financial Bank