Associate General Counsel - Vendor Finance

Description

Summary: Huntington National Bank has an exceptional opportunity for a talented lawyer to join its dynamic and growing Legal Department. By leveraging good judgment and business sense, you will partner closely with the Vendor Finance Business to draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts in support of Huntington’s strategic goals. The ideal candidate will efficiently get to “yes” while also protecting Huntington’s interest. We are seeking a seasoned contracts lawyer who appreciates which issues matter the most and delivers timely customer service in a fast-paced and quickly evolving business environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provide effective and pragmatic legal support managing commercial transactions, deals, and disputes.
2. Display sound judgment in the review, drafting, and negotiation of a large volume of contracts that are complex, business critical, and high-dollar value, in a fast-paced environment.
3. Negotiate program agreements with vendors in a timely manner.
4. Provide prompt and responsive counsel while handling multiple issues in a deadline-intensive environment.
5. Provide interpretation and application of laws, regulations, and other regulatory guidance and best practices related to commercial transactions in a highly regulated banking environment.
6. Identify and escalate legal and business issues that arise in the contracting process.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree and JD required.
2. 8+ years of experience negotiating commercial and/or technology contracts at leading law firm or in-house (strongly preferred).
3. Licensed attorney who is eligible to be licensed as Corporate Counsel in the state of residence.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Vendor finance and/or equipment leasing background.
2. Strong interpersonal skills and collegial attitude.
3. A collaborative team player who likes to work with others to get the job done.
4. Ability to resolve issues, to get to “yes” efficiently and drive performance.
5. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
6. Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and competing priorities under pressure.
7. Highly motivated self-starter with demonstrated growth mindset and passion for learning.
8. Ability to break down complex legal concepts to internal clients in a practical, understandable way that balances legal risk and business objectives.
9. Rigorous attention to detail with the ability to think creatively about unique issues.
10. Ability to balance business considerations with legal risk and maintain effective business relationships.
11. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and projects.
12. Communicates clearly and succinctly to internal and external parties in a variety of communication settings and styles.

Exempt Status: Yes (not eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Huntington is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.