Senior VP of Legal & Governance

Austin Telco Federal Credit Union; Texas; On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Community Engagement Programs

Job summary

Austin Telco Federal Credit Union seeks a Vice President of Legal to provide strategic guidance to executive leadership and the Board. This role leads the legal function, oversees governance, compliance, contracts and regulatory matters, and protects the Credit Union's interests.

The position requires a JD, bar admission, and at least 10 years of progressive legal experience including 5 years in senior leadership within a corporate setting. Strong negotiation and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with state bar and able to practice law.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive legal experience, incl. 5+ years in strategic leadership within a corporate legal dept.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal legal advisor to leadership and the Board, offering strategic counsel on legal, regulatory, governance and business matters.
• Lead and manage the legal function, including internal resources and external counsel.
• Develop, implement and maintain legal strategies, policies, and procedures aligning with objectives and compliance.
• Advise on legal risks and regulatory requirements affecting operations, products and initiatives.
• Oversee integrity of corporate governance, board administration and regulatory interactions.

Skills

Executive leadership

Regulatory compliance

Contract negotiation

Corporate governance

Risk management

Litigation oversight

Communication skills

Board liaison

Privacy & security

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Austin Telco Federal Credit Union seeks a Vice President of Legal to provide strategic guidance to executive leadership and the Board. This role leads the legal function, oversees governance, compliance, contracts and regulatory matters, and protects the Credit Union's interests.

The position requires a JD, bar admission, and at least 10 years of progressive legal experience including 5 years in senior leadership within a corporate setting. Strong negotiation and leadership skills are essential.