In-House General Counsel

Barrett Financial Group; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Barrett Financial Group is seeking an experienced In-House General Counsel in Chandler, Arizona. This role involves providing legal guidance on mortgage lending compliance, managing legal risk, and supporting audit readiness.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, an Arizona law license, and 5+ years of experience in financial services law. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Join a company that values collaboration and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience in mortgage lending or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of federal mortgage regulations.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the company’s primary legal advisor.
• Guide business decisions ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage legal risks and support audit readiness.
• Advise on real estate matters and contracts.
• Collaborate with compliance and HR on labor issues.

Skills

Legal compliance in mortgage lending

Legal risk management

Contract negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active license to practice law in Arizona

Job description

Loan Officers | Chandler

Job Description

Job Description

About Barrett Financial Group

At Barrett Financial Group, we like to keep things real. Real people, real collaboration, and really great service. Our Chandler office is where professionalism meets teamwork, and where leadership works side-by-side with employees to support continued growth and success.

We are looking for an experienced In-House General Counsel who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex legal and regulatory challenges, and wants to play a key role in supporting a growing mortgage organization. This is a high-impact leadership position that partners closely with executive leadership, compliance, and operational teams across the company.

What You’ll Do

As In-House General Counsel at Barrett, you will serve as the company’s primary legal advisor, helping guide business decisions while ensuring compliance with mortgage lending regulations, real estate laws, employment matters, and regulatory requirements. You will play a critical role in managing legal risk, supporting audit readiness, and protecting the company’s operations and reputation.

• Providing legal guidance on residential mortgage lending compliance, including federal and state regulations such as RESPA, TILA/Reg Z, TRID, ECOA, and licensing requirements
• Managing responses to state regulatory audits, examinations, and agency inquiries, including remediation strategies and corrective action guidance
• Advising leadership on real estate matters, including purchase agreements, title concerns, and closing disputes
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, vendor agreements, and internal policies
• Partnering with Compliance and HR teams on labor and employment matters, including employee relations, wage and hour compliance, and workplace policies
• Supporting responses to consumer complaints and communications with regulatory agencies, including the CFPB and state regulators
• Providing legal oversight related to loan origination, broker operations, and third-party vendor relationships
• Assisting with litigation management, dispute resolution, and overall risk mitigation strategies
• Monitoring regulatory and legislative changes impacting mortgage lending, employment law, and financial services operations
• Collaborating with executive leadership to strengthen governance, controls, and operational compliance across the organization

What You Bring

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Arizona, or ability to obtain promptly
• 5+ years of legal experience in mortgage lending, real estate law, financial services, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of federal mortgage regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience managing state audits, regulatory examinations, or enforcement actions
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and ability to work collaboratively across departments

Preferred Experience

• Prior in-house counsel experience
• Experience with labor and employment law
• Multi-state compliance and licensing oversight
• Direct interaction with state regulators and audit bodies

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A collaborative leadership team that values partnership and strategic thinking
• A growing organization where your voice and expertise make a direct impact
• A fast-paced environment with opportunities to influence company-wide initiatives
• A supportive culture built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous growth
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and company holidays

If you’re excited about the opportunity to help shape and support a growing mortgage organization while working alongside a collaborative leadership team, we’d love to connect. Apply today and become part of the Barrett Financial Group family.

Barrett Financial Group is an equal opportunity employer.