Associate General Counsel - Mortgage Servicing and Compliance

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

Responsibilities

• Providing expert legal and regulatory guidance to our mortgage loan servicing division, ensuring adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Interpreting complex legislation and regulations affecting mortgage lenders and servicers, including but not limited to TILA, RESPA, ECOA, FCRA, FDCPA, and state-specific servicing requirements.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining robust compliance policies and procedures for servicing operations.
• Reviewing and advising on business relationships with vendors, with a focus on compliance and servicing-related agreements.
• Conducting in-depth legal research on unique legal and compliance issues impacting the organization, particularly within the servicing landscape.
• Keeping abreast of legislative, regulatory, and judicial changes that may affect the Company's servicing and compliance functions, and advising leadership on potential impacts and necessary adjustments.
• Providing comprehensive legal and compliance training to Company team members, with an emphasis on servicing regulations and best practices.
• Assisting with regulatory examinations, audits, and responses to regulatory inquiries related to servicing and compliance.
• Managing and advising on legal disputes, litigation, and enforcement actions pertaining to mortgage servicing.

Qualifications

Must Have Qualifications:

• Michigan bar licensed attorney
• 5+ years of experience performing corporate legal work, with significant experience in mortgage loan servicing and/or regulatory compliance within the financial services industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in federal and state mortgage servicing regulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively translate complex legal concepts to business stakeholders.
• Effective planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in legal analysis and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-based environment.
• Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive to ensure regulatory adherence and mitigate risk.