Corporate Counsel, Regulatory

General information

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JobID

14531

Position Level

Individual Contributor

Team

Business Operations

Working Time

Full-Time

Position Type

Regular

Travel Requirements

5%

Workplace Type

Hybrid

Preferred Location

Lenexa, KS

Additional Locations

Allen, TX, Charlotte, NC, Monett, MO, Springfield, MO

Description & Requirements

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At Jack Henry, an S&P 500 financial technology company, we deliver technology solutions that are digitally transforming and empowering community banks and credit unions to provide enhanced and streamlined user experiences to their customers and members. Our best-in-class products are just the start as we lay the groundwork for the future of digital banking and payments. We hope you’ll join us. We can’t do it without you.

We are seeking a high caliber attorney to join our Legal Department, supporting legal and regulatory compliance for financial products and services. As Corporate Counsel at Jack Henry, you’ll be part of a growing and diverse team of smart and energetic attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. You will collaborate with colleagues from all over the company, partnering in initiatives that influence all aspects of the business. As an integrated part of the team, you will be the primary subject matter expert able to help to move the business forward in areas including, but not limited to:

• providing legal and regulatory guidance through the life cycle of product development,

• interpreting regulatory obligations consistent with Jack Henry’s risk tolerance, advising on regulations addressing financial services and payments, and

• helping Jack Henry’s management team navigate its regulatory environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, interpretation and application of financial regulations, and exposure to banking regulators, preferably within the technology industry.

This is a hybrid position that requires you to come to the office approximately once per month for onsite meetings, events, and training. The remainder of the time you may work remotely from home. This position can be based to work out of the following locations: Allen, TX; Charlotte, NC; Lenexa, KS; and Springfield/Monett, MO. Travel up to 5% to other Jack Henry offices for meetings/trainings or to professional conferences is required. Compensation for this position will depend on candidate experience and geographic location.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of laws and regulations applicable to financial institutions and their technology environments.

• Assessing risk to the business, and providing timely, business-focused, and actionable legal advice to business leaders.

• Assisting in the review and assessment of new products, features, and services for compliance with laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

• Communicating legal and regulatory concepts to product designers and engineers.

• Drafting and advising on policies, processes, systems, and internal controls necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

• Coordinating with data privacy counsel and product-supporting counsel on product compliance.

• Providing guidance to corporate compliance team on regulatory issues and interactions.

• Identifying and communicating key themes and updates from regulator interactions to appropriate internal parties.

• Reviewing proposed regulations for possible commenting opportunities.

• Being a reliable teammate willing to help others and adapt well when there is ambiguity.

• May assist with verbal and written communications with regulators.

• May perform other job duties as assigned.

What you’ll need to have:

• Juris Doctorate degree required and admitted to, and in good standing with, a state bar.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience of applicable legal practice, preferably in the financial services industry.

• Knowledge of US banking laws and regulations.

• Experience or familiarity in regulatory compliance, preferably in connection with financial services.

• Sound judgment, interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and excellent time management.

• Must be able to travel up to 5% to other Jack Henry office locations for meetings, training, or to attend a professional conference.

What would be nice for you to have:

• Experience as in-house counsel for a publicly traded technology company.

• Exposure to federal banking agencies.

• Experience with corporate compliance program functions, including compliance processes and procedures, record-keeping, and enforcement.

• Enjoy building client relationships and working closely with various teams, such as operations, engineering, finance, and sales, at all levels.

• Self-starter who is curious and enjoys providing practical legal solutions in a fast-paced environment for a variety of matters.

• Ability to see beyond the question asked to the larger issue and future implications.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet motivated people who align with Jack Henry’s mission and can contribute to our company in a variety of ways.

Why Jack Henry?

At Jack Henry, we pride ourselves through our motto of, "Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun." We recognize the value of our associates and believe much of our company’s strength and success depends on their well-being.

We demonstrate our commitment by offering outstandingbenefit programs (https://jackhenry.avature.net/careers/LifeAtJH) to ensure the physical, mental & financial wellbeing of our people is always met.

Culture of Commitment

Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Rising to meet challenges and seeking opportunities is part of who we are as an organization. Our culture has helped us stay strong through challenging times and we credit our dedicated associates for our success. Visit ourCorporate Responsibility (https://www.jackhenry.com/corporate-responsibility) site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business—and our society—stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.

No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of incidents of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

Requests for full corporate job description may be requested through the interview process at any time.