General Counsel

United Community Bank

General Counsel leading legal department in a financial institution. Overseeing legal operations and advising executive leadership on strategic legal matters.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeFlorida, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $147,446 - $527,231 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in financial institutions, including regulatory compliance, litigation management, and commercial agreements, while providing strategic counsel and leadership to executive teams. Proven track record in developing legal policies and managing complex legal operations effectively.

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JD From Accredited US Law SchoolLicensed To Practice In SC Or GA15+ Years Of Relevant Legal ExperienceExpertise In Regulatory ComplianceExceptional Leadership And Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal LeadershipLitigation ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCommercial AgreementsData PrivacyBankruptcy LawIntellectual PropertyReal Estate LawPerformance ManagementRisk Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical CapabilitiesCoaching And DevelopmentAbility To Inspire Teams

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionsCommercial LendingConsumer LendingCorporate GovernanceHigh-Stakes TransactionsCross-Functional InitiativesLegal OperationsExecutive LeadershipCompliance FrameworksPerformance Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide enterprise-wide legal leadership and strategic counsel to the executive leadership team and leaders of the Company’s business lines and functions, influencing critical business decisions and risk management initiatives
Lead, develop, and oversee the performance of all legal department attorneys and staff, ensuring the highest standards of professional excellence
Manage all legal operations supporting the Company’s business, including commercial and consumer lending, special assets, bankruptcy, retail branch support, regulatory compliance, litigation management, employment, intellectual property, data privacy, real estate, and garnishments, levies, and subpoenas
Advise on and lead the Company’s most complex and high-impact transactions, litigation, and dispute resolution matters
Oversee selection and performance of outside counsel relationships, securing cost-effective, high-quality legal representation
Oversee all regulatory matters, proactively monitor legal and regulatory changes, and ensure robust compliance and governance frameworks are implemented and maintained
Develop and implement Company-wide legal policies; serve as legal lead on major corporate projects and cross-functional initiatives
Partner with the General Counsel to set the strategic direction for the legal department, including developing and executing the legal department’s strategic plan and budget
Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the legal department, providing coaching, development, and performance management for all direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from accredited US law school; licensed to practice in SC or GA
15+ years of relevant law firm and in-house legal department experience in a financial institution
Expertise in all major legal disciplines relevant to financial institutions, including finance, lending, deposits, commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and litigation management
Proven ability to advise and influence executive leadership on high-stakes legal and business matters
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire and lead teams through organizational change and growth
Superior organizational and analytical capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple, complex priorities in a dynamic environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account United Community Bank Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 51 - 200 employees Founded 1954 🏦 Banking 💳 Fintech ☁️ SaaS 💰 $5M Grant - United Community Bank on 2023-04 Banking
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SaaS United Community Bank is a regional, FDIC-insured commercial bank offering personal and business banking services, online and mobile banking, and financial products such as checking, savings, credit cards, loans, CDs, and IRAs. The bank provides specialized services like reward checking, debit cards for kids, positive pay fraud protection, interactive teller machines (ITMs), and community-focused programs. United Community Bank emphasizes digital access (personal and business mobile apps), customer support (live chat, fraud reporting), and community engagement with branches and online account management. General Counsel Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 7 minutes ago 🏢 null – Onsite 💵 $147.4k - $527.2k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead ⚖️ Legal Counsel / General Counsel 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Provide enterprise-wide legal leadership and strategic counsel to the executive leadership team and leaders of the Company’s business lines and functions, influencing critical business decisions and risk management initiatives
Lead, develop, and oversee the performance of all legal department attorneys and staff, ensuring the highest standards of professional excellence
Manage all legal operations supporting the Company’s business, including commercial and consumer lending, special assets, bankruptcy, retail branch support, regulatory compliance, litigation management, employment, intellectual property, data privacy, real estate, and garnishments, levies, and subpoenas
Advise on and lead the Company’s most complex and high-impact transactions, litigation, and dispute resolution matters
Oversee selection and performance of outside counsel relationships, securing cost-effective, high-quality legal representation
Oversee all regulatory matters, proactively monitor legal and regulatory changes, and ensure robust compliance and governance frameworks are implemented and maintained
Develop and implement Company-wide legal policies; serve as legal lead on major corporate projects and cross-functional initiatives
Partner with the General Counsel to set the strategic direction for the legal department, including developing and executing the legal department’s strategic plan and budget
Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the legal department, providing coaching, development, and performance management for all direct reports 🎯 Requirements
JD from accredited US law school; licensed to practice in SC or GA
15+ years of relevant law firm and in-house legal department experience in a financial institution
Expertise in all major legal disciplines relevant to financial institutions, including finance, lending, deposits, commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and litigation management
Proven ability to advise and influence executive leadership on high-stakes legal and business matters
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire and lead teams through organizational change and growth
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