Assistant General Counsel

BNP Paribas - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Senior

Pittsburgh, PA

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Assistant General Counsel at FHLBank provides expert legal advice and counsel to the bank's leadership and managers on complex legal matters. This role involves independent legal research, analysis, and the drafting of legal opinions and memoranda. The attorney will work closely with various departments to ensure compliance with legal standards and to develop policies that mitigate risks to the bank. The position requires proactive identification of legal issues and collaboration with other Federal Home Loan Banks to shape system-wide legal policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and counsel to senior Bank leadership and business managers.
• Handle complex and sensitive legal matters within assigned areas.
• Anticipate legal and business issues and identify proactive solutions to mitigate risks.
• Research, perform legal analysis, and write legal opinions and memoranda on issues affecting the Bank.
• Maintain close working relationships with Legal departments of other Federal Home Loan Banks.
• Identify and monitor statutes, regulations, and guidance affecting the Bank and its members.
• Prepare legal analysis and assist in identifying compliance gaps.
• Consult with Bank managers in drafting policies and procedures to ensure legal conformity.
• Research and recommend best practice policies for the Bank's legal compliance program.
• Participate in the development of new products and initiatives across departments.
• Consult with outside legal counsel and monitor service effectiveness.
• Develop creative solutions to address legal issues and minimize risk, especially in commercial transactions.
• Represent the Bank in System working groups and administrative hearings.
• Ensure legal compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Assist in the development of department goals and communicate effectively with non-lawyer clients.

Requirements

• Law degree with a license to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Ten or more years of progressively responsible legal experience with significant corporate impact.
• At least five years of experience working with regulatory agencies (federal or state).
• At least four years of senior-level experience in a corporate environment handling complex legal matters.
• In-depth knowledge of at least two areas of banking law, including secured lending and regulatory compliance.
• Solid knowledge of real estate, financial analysis, and accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently with limited management oversight.
• Proven ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of or experience in a regulated industry such as banking or financial services.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and corporate governance.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity policies
• Reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities