Corporate Counsel, Financial Services & Governance

Members 1st Federal Credit Union; Enola (PA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Members 1st Federal Credit Union is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide legal guidance on contracts, lending, governance, and member-related issues. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and protect the credit union’s interests while enabling growth.

The role requires a Juris Doctor and an active Pennsylvania law license, with 1–3 years of related experience. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for collaborating with internal teams and outside counsel.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience

Responsibilities

• Advise internal stakeholders on legal issues related to NCUA regulations, consumer protection laws, and other applicable federal and state laws.
• Monitor regulatory developments and help ensure the credit union remains compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, including vendor agreements, technology and service contracts, NDAs, and real estate leases.
• Maintain contract management processes and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure corporate records and governance practices align with legal requirements and best practices.
• Address legal issues related to member accounts, loans, collections, privacy, and disclosures.
• Collaborate with member service, lending, and collections teams to manage legal risks while maintaining member trust.
• Identify legal risks and provide risk mitigation strategies across operations.
• Manage pre-litigation matters and work with outside counsel on litigation and dispute resolution as needed.
• Help develop and maintain internal legal policies.
• Provide legal training to employees, as needed.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Reading legal documents

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Prioritization

Financial institutions experience

AI and records retention

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Members 1st Federal Credit Union is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide legal guidance on contracts, lending, governance, and member-related issues. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and protect the credit union’s interests while enabling growth.

The role requires a Juris Doctor and an active Pennsylvania law license, with 1–3 years of related experience. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for collaborating with internal teams and outside counsel.