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Corporate - General Attorney in Boston, MA

Truist Financial Corporation May 16,2022 Location USA Boston MA
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In-House

Attorney

Corporate - General

Min 5 yrs required

Profile

Special Projects Counsel - Strategic Contracting Legal The candidate will provide support to attorneys within Legal and Public Affairs, as well as lines of business with limited supervision. Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice relating to routine matters, or assisting in resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure. Manage complex projects that may require tracking of issues and deliverables across multiple workstreams and lines of business. Keep abreast of and analyze legislation, regulations, and case law developments that affect and the banking industry in area of practice. May prepare and/or review routine documents and other instruments, represent in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions (as applicable), perform legal research and analysis, or maintain files and records. Develop an initial area of specialization to support line(s) of business. Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects. Be flexible in handling matters to adjust to the strategic goals and initiatives of the business.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in good standing. Should have 5 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, corporate in-house, or government settings. Experience negotiating complex offshore outsourcing transactions, particularly under a build-operate-transfer model. Strong knowledge of, and proficiency in, financial institution laws and regulations. Excellent analytical and organizational skills with an ability to manage projects effectively. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly with limited supervision. Capability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively, and meet critical deadlines. Ability to counsel business partners, effectively identifying risk and mitigation options. Willingness to work on a team, interacting across different functions and job levels. High-energy, positive attitude and commitment to success. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products. Experience in a corporate legal department, especially a financial institution, having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility is preferred. Strong communication skills to deal with internal and external constituencies, including senior executives. An educational focus on business or finance. Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation. Strong commitment to principles of diversity and inclusion and pro bono, volunteerism and community engagement.

Additional info

Job ID: R0052170.

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