At Lendmark Financial Services, we believe the success of our company is specifically attributable to the quality of our employees and their commitment to our customers. We value each customer and understand that people want to do business with people who care. That’s one way we differ from our competitors. We are proud of what we as a team have accomplished. We will always strive for improvement, our motto since day one has been “Success is the only option.” Lendmark Financial Services offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents that includes medical, dental, vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), life insurance, long-term disability, tuition assistance and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, auto, home and pet insurance as well as other ancillary insurance options. GENERAL SUMMARY: The VP, Associate General Counsel will report to the Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel and play a critical leadership role within the Company’s Legal Department and across the organization. This attorney anticipates and mitigates potential legal and regulatory risks, provide legal support and strategic legal advice to cross-functional business partners, and ensure the Company’s operations remain compliant with all applicable state and federal financial services laws. This individual will be responsible for identifying and analyzing legal issues, drafting documents, managing defensive litigation, presenting recommendations to cross-functional business partners, and ensuring legal compliance for the organization. MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Advise cross-functional business units on all relevant legal and regulatory matters and. Provide legal support to the Company’s branch network and centralized operations. Prepare correspondence with regulators, customers, third parties, and opposing counsel. Manage defensive litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters, including strategy development and case oversight. Monitor and conduct legal research regarding state and federal consumer lending laws and regulations and case law developments relevant to the Company’s operations and footprint. Identify, analyze, and communicate legal risks and opportunities related to new products, services, and delivery channels. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: JD degree and admission to a state bar required. Licensed to practice law in at least one state in the United States. 10+ years of progressive legal experience, with significant exposure to consumer financial services, regulatory compliance, contract review, and litigation. Significant background working for a creditors’ rights or consumer financial services law firm, bank, credit union, non-depository lending institution, or state or federal consumer financial services regulatory agency. Experience managing attorneys or legal teams either in-house, at a government agency, or at a law firm. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong ability to clearly articulate complex legal analysis to a general audience. PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Superior ability to think critically and analyze complex business and legal issues in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with applicable consumer lending laws and regulations such as Truth in Lending Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Telephone Consumer Protection Act, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Privacy Act and Unfair, Deceptive and Abusive Acts and Practices (UDAAP). Demonstrated ability to provide hands-on and strategic counsel to all levels of leadership. Exceptional judgment, outstanding inter-personal skills, and a teamwork-oriented attitude. COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is competitive based on the job duties as well as the specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience of the selected candidate. This position is eligible for Semi-Annual Incentive compensation based on individual and company performance guidelines. WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment If you are interested in a fast paced, high growth, team oriented and great culture environment, you'll enjoy a career with us! Since 1996, with over 30 years of personalized lending, Lendmark Financial Services has been serving the personal lending needs of customers underserved by traditional banks. Today, with over 500 branches in 24 states from coast to coast, Lendmark continues to grow with superior, reliable and consistent financial services that make a difference in people’s lives.

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