SUMMARY

The AVP, Associate General Counsel provides hands-on counsel to the company’s business units and assists General Counsel in managing the operations of legal department. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, presents clear recommendations, and assures legal compliance for the organization.  Support the Legal Department’s objective of being a trusted advisor to the business units within the company by developing effective relationships with internal clients.  May manage support staff within the Legal Department.

MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist General Counsel in reviewing, tracking, and managing defensive litigation matters, including management of external counsel relationships.

• Conduct legal research and prepare memorandums of law as requested by the General Counsel on various legal topics relating to the company’s consumer finance operations.

• Provide legal guidance ...