Corporate Attorney
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts for all areas of the organization, requiring the candidate to be well-rounded to be able to identify, assess and handle all legal issues that might arise.
- Provide assistance and oversight (in coordination with department leaders and our parent, WSFS Bank) for all matters relating to regulatory compliance, audits, vendor management, corporate governance, and other similar matters.
- Responsible for 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).
- Review and analyze business practices and proposals for compliance with federal and state laws for all business lines and product offerings, including: B2B contracts, commercial leases and loans, disclosure and other regulatory requirements, contract forms, servicing and collections practices, etc...
- Represent legal department in cross-functional teams and task forces formed to implement new business or legal initiatives and work with other departments to resolve issues.
- Firm grasp of applicable federal and state laws and statutes, including Uniform Commercial Code Article 2A and Article 9, disclosure laws, and rules relating to security interests.
- Anticipate and mitigate potential legal problems within the organization and develop strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce potential areas of risk.
- Provide legal and business support to company's property insurance subsidiary as needed.
- Serve as primary liaison to parent (WSFS Bank) on a wide range of business and legal matters.
- 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 of the commercial finance and banking industries strongly preferred.
- Five 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.
- Strong contract drafting, negotiation and 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.
- 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.
- Thorough knowledge of MS-Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Teams).
$133,728.00 - $219,696.75 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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