INB, National Association · 1 month ago
Attorney/In-House Counsel
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expINB, National Association is a locally owned, community-focused bank looking for an attorney to join its in-house legal department. The role involves providing legal advice and support on banking operations, compliance, and corporate governance, ensuring the bank meets its legal and regulatory obligations across multiple states.
Banking
Responsibilities
Provide timely, pragmatic legal advice on banking operations, commercial and retail lending practices, new product development, and related services across Florida and Illinois
Conduct legal research and provide counsel on compliance with federal and state regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Dodd-Frank Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Truth in Lending Act (TILA), and other consumer protection and financial services laws relevant to our operations in both states
Monitor and communicate changes in regulatory requirements and assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and training programs to ensure company-wide adherence
Advise and support the Compliance and Risk Management teams on various internal audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, technology/SaaS agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and professional services contracts
Review, interpret, and prepare commercial and real estate loan documentation, including modifications and forbearance agreements, ensuring enforceability and compliance with Florida and Illinois state laws (including the Uniform Commercial Code - UCC)
Assist with legal due diligence and documentation related to corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships
Assist in managing and overseeing outside counsel for litigation matters in Florida and Illinois, including financial services litigation, contested foreclosures, and single-plaintiff actions
Provide initial assessment of potential disputes and litigation risks, developing strategies to minimize the company’s legal exposure
Advise the Human Resources and management teams on employment-related legal matters, including drafting policies, managing disputes, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal labor laws
Provide legal support for corporate governance matters, including preparing board resolutions, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring adherence to statutory requirements
Communicate complex legal issues and risks effectively to non-legal business colleagues and senior management
Develop and maintain legal document templates and a contract management system to streamline business processes
Other duties as assigned by the General Counsel
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing of the Florida or Illinois Bar. Dual admission or ability to obtain in-house counsel status in the other jurisdiction is a significant plus
3 to 5 years of progressive legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, with a focus on financial services, corporate law, banking, or complex transactional work
Proven knowledge of state and federal banking regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., BSA/AML, TILA, Reg B, Reg Z)
Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide clear, practical, and business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment
Schedule and attend court hearings as necessary
Preferred
Prior experience as in-house counsel for a financial institution, bank, or credit union
Specific experience in commercial lending, commercial real estate finance, or financial services litigation in the Florida or Illinois markets
Experience with data privacy and security laws (e.g., Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act)
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in all Microsoft Office/Teams programs, with an ability to quickly learn other bank related programs
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to all full-time employees
Coverage is also extended to their eligible dependents
Company
INB, National Association
INB provides personal and commercial banking services with a focus on helping individuals and businesses thrive.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Allen Brinkman II
Chief Executive Officer Florida
Sarah Phalen
President and CEO
Recent News
2022-09-22
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