Senior Counsel – Litigation & Regulatory Strategy

M&T Bank; Buffalo (NY); Hybride; USD 140 000 - 233 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Senior Counsel to advise on litigation matters and collaborate with outside counsel to mitigate legal risk. The role develops corporate policy and positions on legal issues across assigned business units.

The attorney will advise on product design, regulatory matters, drafting legal documents, and leading policy interpretation with senior management involvement. Strong writing and negotiation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience as an attorney or other relevant legal experience.
• New York State or applicable state bar admission.
• Ability to identify legal issues, evaluate legal risks, and offer solutions.
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, organizational skills.
• Excellent writing, analytical and verbal skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic legal advice and opinion to the organization and answer day-to-day questions from business personnel.
• Provide guidance and support for existing products, new product design, geographic expansion, etc., taking into account all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• May represent the organization in litigation matters for assigned businesses or bank functions.
• Draft, review and advise on business and legal documents including regulatory disclosures, marketing material and licensing statutes.
• Lead in the development and interpretation of departmental policies. Research and review existing law and make recommendations regarding new procedures and policies.
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Formation

J.D. from an accredited law school

Description du poste

M&T Bank in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Senior Counsel to advise on litigation matters and collaborate with outside counsel to mitigate legal risk. The role develops corporate policy and positions on legal issues across assigned business units.

The attorney will advise on product design, regulatory matters, drafting legal documents, and leading policy interpretation with senior management involvement. Strong writing and negotiation skills are essential.