General Counsel
Description:
The General Counsel is a crucial resource for WSFS business lines and other service providers within the organization. This role will...
Description:
The General Counsel is a crucial resource for WSFS business lines and other service providers within the organization. This role will serve as the primary support and advisor across the organization on matters related to litigation, transactions, and regulatory issues.
Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with all business lines on transactional and litigation matters, including but not limited to Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Compliance, Finance and Vendor Management
Work closely with outside counsel on litigation matters
Serve as the main advisor to the Corporate Secretary on various corporate governance matters
Advise business units and infrastructure functions on bank regulatory issues that arise in the course of the Bank’s activities
Sample specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advising on corporate and commercial matters, customer complaints, consumer disclosures, internal investigations, employment matters
Draft and file the organization’s annual proxy statement, including managing shareholder and management proposals
Provide advice within the Legal Department with respect to legal issues involving document processing of writs, levies, subpoenas
Provide legal advice to bank branches
Actively participate with relevant banking associations, update management on legislative changes and recommend advocacy, where applicable
Facilitate positive and effective partnerships across all business lines and help educate business partners on the Legal Department’s role throughout the organization
Responsible for updating, drafting, and managing the policies that fall under the Legal Department’s purview
Serve as a mentor for more junior Associates within the Legal Department
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school required
Must be licensed in Delaware, Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey
Must have a minimum of 8 years of legal experience in or with the banking or financial services industry
Must have substantial knowledge of banking regulations
Must have working knowledge of related areas of law in banking or financial services (e.g., employment, contracts, information technology, privacy, real estate)
Strong drafting skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills with a proven ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a deadline-intensive environment
Excellent communication abilities with both executive leadership and Associates at all levels
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills and ability to influence through collaboration
Inclusiveness:
WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process, please contact us via email at careers@ wsfsbank.com.
WSFS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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