Counsel

Job Type
General Description

Provide advice across multiple corporate law practices, including mortgage, retail lending, auto business, federal consumer compliance regulation, banking regulations and general corporate law

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide legal support on complex time-sensitive matters within a strong regulatory framework, including compliance with internal policies.
Ensure timely identification, mitigation and resolution of existing and emerging legal issues and risks and properly identify escalation needs.
Participate in new projects and initiatives and prepare foundational documents, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws and best practices.
Offer legal guidance on the design and modification of products and services, including disaster relief initiatives, for consumption by varied internal teams.
Advise business leaders on potential risks on their respective channels and suggest alternative mitigation strategies.
Draft and review all types of documents implementing laws and regulations, including internal communications, letters to clients, procedures, NDAs, contractual notices.
Engage in effective drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
Direct and manage, as needed, outside counsel in a cost-effective manner.
Education
Juris Doctor Degree
Experience

A minimum of (5) years of experience.

Certifications/ Licenses

Admitted to practice law and licensed as a Notary Public in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Additional Requirements
Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple assignments and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, meeting aggressive, specific deadlines, with effective resolution of conflicting priorities.
Excellent interpersonal relationships and teamwork skills.
Strong business judgment: apply critical thinking to review complex legal matters and provide sound legal advice.
Technical knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code, Puerto Rico Mortgage Law and Registry Rights, including property title issues and federal and Puerto Rico banking regulations.
Anticipates opportunities and potential solutions to complex, time-sensitive matters.
Individual must be well spoken, with excellent bilingual (English and Spanish) writing and presentation skills
Critical, analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
Moderate Excel skills and detail oriented
Strong client-relations skills and ability to partner with internal stakeholders to develop practical solutions that meet business needs while remaining compliant with applicable laws and regulations
Strong work ethic and drive
Values
1. Passion for People
3. Succeed Together
2. Own Every Moment
4. Build the Future

Important: The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.

Our hybrid work model benefit applies to certain positions and is subject to changes based on the organizational needs.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not open to applicants who need visa sponsorship or transfer of visa sponsorship at this time.

ABOUT US

Popular is Puerto Rico's leading financial institution and have been evolving since it was founded over a century ago. From a small bank it has developed into a large corporation that offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to our customers, with presence in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.

As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.

We reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers and communities, including during emergency situations and/or natural disasters. Popular's employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.

If you have a disability or need more information about requesting an accommodation, please contact us at ******. This email inbox is monitored for such types of requests only. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed exemptions or reasonable accommodations. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Are you ready for a rewarding career?

Popular is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vets
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