VP, Assistant General Counsel

Accountabilities:

• Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance on litigation, business law, corporate governance, transactions, employment matters, insurance, contracts, lending, and other corporate legal issues.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and revise commercial agreements, third-party contracts, disclosures, correspondence, policies, and other legal documents.
• Assess contractual obligations, legal exposure, and business risks, providing clear recommendations that support informed decision-making.
• Research and anticipate emerging legal and regulatory issues and develop practical strategies to mitigate risk and respond to changing requirements.
• Monitor relevant federal and state legislation, regulations, court decisions, and legal trends affecting financial institutions, consumers, employment, collections, and consumer protection.
• Manage and coordinate litigation involving the organization, including evaluating claims, coordinating filings, communicating with opposing parties, and working with insurers and external counsel.
• Oversee outside counsel, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, effective case management, protection of the organization's interests and reputation, and appropriate legal spending.
• Provide legal guidance on complex organizational matters, including mergers, governance matters, policy revisions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Support legal and regulatory compliance by reviewing agreements and disclosures for applicable state and federal requirements and promoting fair treatment of consumers and the organization.
• Advise on sensitive communications, including member complaints, regulatory correspondence, advertising materials, press releases, and other high-impact communications.
• Provide legal counsel in consumer and business lending matters and support the protection of trademarks and other intellectual property.
• Deliver legal training and guidance to employees and business teams on relevant legal and regulatory topics.
• Coordinate legal filings and maintain accurate legal documentation to meet applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Collaborate across functions to build consensus, prioritize competing matters, and deliver timely, practical legal solutions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of California.
• At least 5 years of relevant legal experience gained in a mid-to-large law firm and/or as in-house counsel, preferably within financial services or another highly regulated industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws, regulations, court procedures, and legal principles relevant to financial institutions and corporate operations.
• Strong understanding of federal and state laws governing financial institutions, consumer protection, collections, employment, and lending.
• Proven experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating sophisticated commercial and third-party agreements.
• Experience managing litigation and effectively directing and collaborating with external legal counsel.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including building cross-functional consensus and managing high-performing teams.
• Strong legal research, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw or comparable resources.
• Ability to quickly identify legal and business risks and communicate practical, concise recommendations to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Excellent judgment and confidence in providing challenging legal advice while maintaining constructive relationships with colleagues and business partners.
• Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading skills, and ability to manage confidential information.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Ability to coordinate timelines, follow up on action items, and effectively manage the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the communities served by the organization and corporate headquarters in Vacaville, California.

Benefits

• Annual salary range of $200,000–$300,000.
• Hybrid work arrangement with occasional onsite work at the corporate office.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mental health and wellness programs.
• Employee performance incentive plan.
• Merit-based salary increases.
• 401(k) program with an immediately vested employer match.
• Generous holiday and vacation policies.
• Employee loan and credit card discounts and other exclusive organizational perks.
• A comprehensive total rewards program designed to support employees' health, well-being, and financial security.