Staff Attorney

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Staff Attorney Jackson, TN, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 1180 Thank you for taking the time to review our Staff Attorney position. At Leaders Credit Union, our mission is “Power your passion and make lives better.” We are very intentional about the hiring and interview process, which means we take our time. We want to make sure that you find the perfect career path! We truly appreciate your interest in Leaders Credit Union. Who is Leaders Credit Union? We are a member-owned financial cooperative. This means that we exist to serve the needs of the consumers who own accounts at Leaders Credit Union. They are owners, and their financial well-being is at the heart of every decision we make. We are one of the largest credit unions in West Tennessee, and one of the most stable. Our purpose is simple: to provide a sound, convenient alternative to traditional banking. What are our core values? As a team member of Leaders Credit Union, you would be asked to adhere to a specific set of core values. These values should govern all decisions that are made when serving our members’ needs. These values are: Member Focused Team Oriented Community Minded Forward Thinking Why Leaders? Leaders Credit Union has been ranked one of the Best Credit Unions to Work for three years in a row. So, what makes Leaders such a great place to work? Great benefits! We offer healthcare, vacation time, sick time, 401k options, and a profit-sharing plan (just to name a few!) Our Human Resources team is always looking to ensure that our benefit packages are competitive. Work with a mission! Our mission statement isn’t just something written on a billboard, we truly look to “power your passion and make lives better.” That mission is lived out by member-facing personnel as well as our back-office employees. Extensive training! We go to great lengths to make sure you know your job responsibilities and are comfortable through a very thorough training process. But our training goes beyond that. We offer monthly classes on everything from mortgage products to conflict resolution. We give you the tools you need to succeed. Room for growth! At Leaders, you are only limited by your own ambition. Being part of a quickly growing financial institution leaves room for personal growth, and we do our best to promote from within whenever possible. What does a day as a Staff Attorney at Leaders Credit Union look like? As a staff attorney at Leaders, you will play a vital role in supporting our legal department in various legal matters. Your expertise will help ensure that our institution operates within the legal framework and maintains the highest standards of integrity and compliance. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Preparing and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and agreements Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements Conducting legal research and analysis on various issues Managing and organizing legal files, documents, and records Coordinating with internal departments to gather necessary information for legal matters. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations affecting the financial industry. Providing administrative support to the legal department as needed. What is the schedule? Our hours for this position are 8:00 am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. Sometimes giving top-notch member service may require a little overtime, but we value work-life-balance and do our best to limit this. Does your skillset and experience line up? For this role, we are looking for someone who: Has a law degree from an accredited law school Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills High attention to detail Must maintain a professional, courteous, and friendly atmosphere for members and co-workers Must have very strong communication skills (both written and verbal) Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with keen attention to detail. #J-18808-Ljbffr