Regulatory Counsel - Credit Unions & Economic Justice

Habitat For Humanity Of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Self-Help is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in Durham, NC to join our Legal Team. You will handle credit union regulatory compliance, draft and negotiate various agreements, and advise leadership on legal opportunities and risks.

The role requires a JD, NC bar, and 2+ years in financial regulatory environments. Collaborative, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities, you will support broader community economic development efforts and ensure alignment with Self-Help's mission

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in the state where located.
• 2+ years of experience in credit union, bank, or financial regulatory environments.
• Ability to analyze highly complex concepts and articulate logical, workable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee analysis of statutes, rules, regulations, case law, and guidance to ensure compliance.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on developments within substantive areas.
• Advise leadership about legal opportunities and risks with business considerations.
• Draft and negotiate commercial transaction documents (loan agreements, operating agreements, real estate leases, etc.).
• Provide legal support to other teams as needed and collaborate cross-functionally.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Legal research

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Self-Help is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in Durham, NC to join our Legal Team. You will handle credit union regulatory compliance, draft and negotiate various agreements, and advise leadership on legal opportunities and risks.

The role requires a JD, NC bar, and 2+ years in financial regulatory environments. Collaborative, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities, you will support broader community economic development efforts and ensure alignment with Self-Help's mission