- Provide subject matter expertise, guidance and support to assigned clients in lines of business or functional areas.
- Monitor changes in laws relevant to clients and assist them in understanding the implications for their areas.
- Collaborate with business partners to address the legal requirements for policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Prepare and update templates, checklists, correspondence, bank forms and agreements. Review proposed changes and documentation prepared by clients.
- Negotiate with third parties as needed.
- Support strategic initiatives and new products and services for the bank.
- Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively with members of executive and senior management, the legal team, and other colleagues.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and document drafting skills.
- Impeccable attention to detail in applying principles of legal and logical thinking to a wide variety of intellectual and practical problems.
- Superior skill to read analyze and interpret complex documents, laws and regulations.
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school, with a minimum of 5 years of applicable hands-on experience.
- A combination of experience gained through law firm practice and in-house counsel work in a financial services organization.
What We Do
At Valley, we aren’t just your average financial institution; we're your trusted partner in building a brighter future. With a widespread presence across the U.S., we've been serving communities since 1927.
For over 95 years, our team of dedicated professionals has been committed to creating better banking opportunities for our customers and fostering growth and prosperity in the communities we serve. From personalized financial solutions to comprehensive banking services, home mortgages, commercial lending, and wealth management, we're here to help you achieve your financial goals, no matter how big or small.
We understand that each individual and business has unique challenges and opportunities, and we're here to listen, understand, and provide tailored solutions to help you succeed.
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