In-House Counsel — Banking & Regulatory Affairs

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas; Irving (TX); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas seeks an experienced attorney to provide comprehensive legal guidance to the Bank’s staff, interpret statutes and regulations, and support regulatory compliance efforts across departments.

The role involves drafting and reviewing policies, negotiating Bank agreements, and representing the Bank in meetings with members and third parties. Strong communication, governance knowledge, and a proactive, team‑oriented mindset are essential.

Formación

• JD from an accredited law school; member in good standing of a state bar; Texas license preferred.
• 5+ years of legal experience; in-house experience with a financial services company or regulator is a plus.
• Knowledge of banking and financial services law; governance, privacy, derivatives, real estate, and mortgage lending/servicing.
• Interest in and experience with artificial intelligence is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to explain complex legal issues to non-lawyers.
• Strong client service ethic; ability to work with diverse business teams and stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen; ability to see the big picture while handling detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Reviews and interprets statutes and regulations and provides legal guidance to Bank staff.
• Reviews and analyzes proposed regulations and communicates analysis to relevant Bank departments.
• Coordinates with Bank departments to update documents, policies and procedures for new or revised laws.
• Provides legal advice and counsel to Bank departments in connection with business activities and reporting requirements.
• Represents the Bank in meetings with member institutions, counterparties, vendors and other third parties.
• Reviews and drafts Bank policies and procedures to identify legal or regulatory risks; researches and drafts opinions and memoranda.
• Reviews and drafts Bank transactional agreements as assigned.
• Participates on Federal Home Loan Bank System working groups and internal project teams.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned by the General Counsel.

Conocimientos

Legal analysis

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting

Communication (oral & written)

Client service

Business acumen

Independent & collaborative work

Educación

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Descripción del empleo

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas seeks an experienced attorney to provide comprehensive legal guidance to the Bank’s staff, interpret statutes and regulations, and support regulatory compliance efforts across departments.

The role involves drafting and reviewing policies, negotiating Bank agreements, and representing the Bank in meetings with members and third parties. Strong communication, governance knowledge, and a proactive, team‑oriented mindset are essential.