M&T Bank
M&T Bank
M&T Bank is a regional financial institution serving personal, business, and commercial customers through banking, insurance, and financial consulting services. Its offerings include checking accounts, credit cards, mortgages, personal loans, digital and mobile banking, and financial planning through Wilmington Advisors @ M&T. The bank also supports local businesses and multicultural banking initiatives, with a focus on community involvement, cybersecurity, and accessible online financial services. Founded in 1856, M&T Bank has a workforce of more than 10,000 employees.

Assistant General Counsel, Special Assets and Workout — M&T Bank

Advise M&T Bank on complex workout matters, litigation, and legal risk. Develop policies and counsel business units while working with corporate teams.

Description

  • Represent M&T Bank in litigation for assigned business units
  • Coordinate with outside counsel on legal matters
  • Lead initiatives to reduce complex legal risks
  • Set corporate policies and positions on legal issues
  • Advise the organization and provide strategic legal opinions
  • Respond to day-to-day questions from business teams
  • Support existing products, new product design, and geographic expansion
  • Draft and review business and legal documents, including regulatory disclosures, marketing materials, and licensing statutes
  • Develop and interpret departmental policies
  • Research current law and recommend procedures and policies
  • Flag risk issues that require management escalation
  • Analyze complex legal matters and advise assigned business units
  • Conduct and coordinate research across a range of legal issues
  • Work with mid- and senior-level managers
  • Guide junior staff and may supervise paralegals and administrative staff

Requirements

  • Earned a J.D. from an accredited law school
  • At least four years of experience as an attorney or in other relevant legal work
  • Admission to the New York State bar or an applicable state bar
  • Ability to identify legal issues, assess risks, and recommend solutions
  • Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and organizational abilities
  • Excellent writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities

Benefits

  • Hybrid schedule with four days per week in the office and the option to work remotely one day per week

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