Counsel
BECU
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Remote • Washington • United States
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Salary
💰 $156,200 - $190,800 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Conduct Legal Research: Investigate legal issues, interpret statutes, case law, and regulations and produce clear, well‑reasoned written analyses for senior legal counsel.
- Review and Negotiate Contracts: Evaluate assigned contract clauses and other documents, negotiating terms to protect BECU’s interests under the guidance of senior counsel.
- Apply Risk Awareness: Use your understanding of BECU’s risk tolerance to ensure legal approaches and recommendations align with organizational standards.
- Support Litigation Activities: Collaborate on litigation matters as needed, helping prepare materials, conduct analysis, and support case strategy.
- Support Additional Legal Needs: Contribute to other projects or responsibilities as assigned to advance departmental and organizational goals.
Requirements
- Law Degree or equivalent and membership in the Washington State Bar Association required.
- Minimum one year of experience with litigation or Financial Services and Collections or Recovery required.
- Admission to practice law in the Federal Courts in the State of Washington, or admission secured within 1 year.
- Verbal and written skills to effectively communicate and provide customer service.
- Conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills to ensure legal issues are resolved effectively.
- Effective negotiation skills.
Benefits
- 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
- 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
- Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
- PTO Program + Exchange Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
legal researchcontract negotiationlitigation supportrisk assessmentstatutory interpretationcase law analysisregulatory compliancelegal writingproblem-solvingcustomer service
Soft Skills
verbal communicationwritten communicationanalytical skillsconceptual skillsnegotiation skills
Certifications
Law DegreeWashington State Bar Association membershipFederal Courts admission