Government and Government Relations Attorney in Irving, TX

In-House

Irving, TX

Government and Government Relations Attorney in Irving, TX

Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Assistant General Counsel - VP - Government Relations and Public Policy Legal

Job Responsibilities:
- Lead or participate in complex initiatives and deliverables and contribute to large-scale planning.
- Handle matters that significantly impact the Company's operations, strategies, or profitability.
- Provide legal advice on matters for the management of the Corporation and its subsidiaries.
- Serve as a legal advisor to the businesses and enterprise functions within the Company.
- Review and analyze complex large scale or long-term challenges requiring in-depth evaluation of multiple factors, including intangibles or unprecedented factors.
- Draft complex legal documents, review, and negotiate documents prepared by outside counsel.
- Identify and analyze complex legal issues, develop conclusions, and make recommendations for issue resolution.
- Develop and maintain relationships with partners across the Legal Department and the Company and influence timely advocacy of new and proposed legal or regulatory obligations.
- Provide substantive legal advice on matters for more experienced management of the Corporation.
- Develop and lead implementation of strategic business initiatives, and lead work teams to meet deliverables and drive new initiatives.
- Educate, train, and supervise less experienced attorneys within the Legal Department.
- Collaborate strategically with peers, colleagues, and mid-level to more experienced managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
- Lead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentor.
- Develop relationships with and provide guidance to more experienced leadership, including executive officers, on issues that may present legal, regulatory, compliance, or reputational risk to the Company.
- Partner with business leaders and management of other corporate departments to develop and implement risk management programs.

Education and Experience Information:
- Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
- Active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States.
- Desired Qualifications:
- Political law experience, including relating to PACs, corporate political activities, trade association political activities, employee political activities, pay-to-play requirements at the federal, state, and local levels, lobbying laws, and gifts and entertainment, and preparing briefings on developments for senior Legal Department leaders.
- Familiarity with enterprise risk management frameworks and functions and regulatory expectations for risk management at large banks and financial holding companies.
- Ability to analyze legal issues in substantive law in the area of practice and provide effective advice to clients on complex legal matters.
- Strong ability to think independently and provide credible challenge.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills.

Salary Information:
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$144, - $300,

Benefits:
The Company provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below.
- Health benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid time off
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
- Parental leave
- Critical caregiving leave
- Discounts and savings
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Scholarships for dependent children
- Adoption reimbursement

Additional Information:
- Job Expectations: Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
- Posting End Date: 30 May 2025
- Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
- Employees support the focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture. They are accountable for executing all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), effectively following and adhering to applicable policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions.
- Applicants with Disabilities: To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at the Company.
- Drug and Alcohol Policy: The Company maintains a drug-free workplace.
- Recruitment and Hiring Requirements: Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by the Company. The Company requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.