Junior Corporate Attorney
- Drafting, reviewing and assisting in negotiating contracts for all areas of the organization.
- Provide assistance (in coordination with Corporate Counsel, department leaders and our parent, WSFS Bank) for matters relating to regulatory compliance, audits, vendor management, corporate governance, collections and other similar matters.
- Responsible for assisting in advising business segments on legal issues related to commercial transactions (which may include advice regarding commercial loans and leases, new business originations, portfolio administration, customer service, collections, litigation, and credit support activities).
- Provide active legal support to the Collections and Recovery teams to help minimize charge-offs and maximize recoveries.
- Perform legal research on legal issues in leasing and finance law, and prepare memoranda regarding research findings to help guide companywide decisions
- Assist in representing the legal department in cross-functional teams and task forces formed to implement new business or legal policies, procedures and initiatives and work with other departments to resolve issues.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and statutes, including Uniform Commercial Code Article 2A.
- Assist as liaison to parent (WSFS Bank) on a wide range of business and legal matters, including compliance with banking regulations.
- Support the legal and executive team with daily administrative tasks as needed
- Work closely with Corporate Counsel of NewLane to grow in the role (with opportunity to grow to take on additional responsibilities).
- The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctorate (JD) and be licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
- Must have mature judgment and excellent analytical and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Candidate must have a "business" mindset, with an understanding or strong desire to learn the commercial finance and banking industries.
- One to three years of relevant experience practicing law at a law firm, regulatory/governmental agency or corporate legal department. Prior practice or experience in commercial leasing/financial industry or banking sector is preferred.
- Contract drafting and negotiation experience preferred.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Must possess a "compliance mindset" and able to work well with auditors and other third parties on compliance and regulatory matters.
- Ability to conduct effective legal research, drawing appropriate conclusions and presenting findings to leadership.
- Desire to learn and grow in the role under the leadership (and mentorship) of the Corporate Counsel and other leaders.
- Must possess ability and desire to think and lead on a strategic level within an organization while also delivering on day-to-day duties.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a project setting with members of other departments.
- Ability to work quickly and effectively without sacrificing quality.
- Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
- Thorough knowledge of MS-Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Teams).
$92,869.00 - $120,000.00 Individual base pay may vary on additional factors such as the candidate's experience, job-related skills, relevant education, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. In addition to base salary, WSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS) and its subsidiaries may offer eligible Associates discretionary and formula-based incentive and retention awards. WSFS provides a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; life, accident, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs); and wellness programs. Additional benefits may include paid parental leave, military leave, vacation and other paid time off, sick leave in accordance with applicable state laws, and paid holidays. Benefit offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, legal limitations, and may vary based on an Associate's location and employment status. For more information about Associate benefits, please visit 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 [email protected]. 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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