Director, Attorney - Litigation Counsel

USAA
San Antonio
Workplace: HybridFull timeUSD 164,780 - 314,960Function: Legal, Risk & ComplianceExperience: 8+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Critical thinking","Written communication","Executive influence","Independent legal judgment","Mentoring"]

Lead and manage a team of legal professionals providing litigation counsel and best-in-class advocacy and advisory services. Advise senior business and executive leadership on moderately complex to highly complex legal, regulatory, compliance, and litigation risk. Oversee legal research, develop and execute strategy for the area of responsibility, partner with Compliance and external counsel, and lead cross-functional initiatives to mitigate risk and ensure effective service to internal clients and members.

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Director, Attorney - Litigation Counsel

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Job Summary

Lead and manage a team of legal professionals providing litigation counsel and best-in-class advocacy and advisory services. Advise senior business and executive leadership on moderately complex to highly complex legal, regulatory, compliance, and litigation risk. Oversee legal research, develop and execute strategy for the area of responsibility, partner with Compliance and external counsel, and lead cross-functional initiatives to mitigate risk and ensure effective service to internal clients and members.
Location: San Antonio
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Legal, Risk & Compliance
Seniority: Director level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Manage, lead, develop, supervise, and motivate a team of legal professionals and oversee day-to-day operations.
  • •Provide legal counsel and services for moderately complex to complex matters, managing regulatory, compliance, and litigation risk.
  • •Oversee execution of strategy and business plan for the area of responsibility and identify best practices to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
  • •Act as a legal point of contact, partnering proactively with Compliance and business leaders to mitigate legal compliance and legal risk.
  • •Advise senior executive management and lead cross-functional initiatives, including preparing written legal positions and counsel for senior stakeholders.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 164,780 - 314,960
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPensionLife InsuranceParental BenefitsAdoption AssistancePaid LeavePaid HolidaysVolunteer HoursWellness Stipend

Key Requirements

  • •Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • •Admission to practice law in one state or a territory of the USA.
  • •Active membership in good standing of the bar in at least one state or territory.
  • •8+ years of experience practicing law within legal area of expertise.
  • •3+ years of direct team lead or management experience.
Experience:8+ yearsInsuranceFinancial servicesMilitary
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Critical thinkingWritten communicationExecutive influenceIndependent legal judgmentMentoring

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

USAA
Provides insurance, banking, investment, and financial services to U.S. military members, veterans, and their families. Best known for auto, home, life insurance, and member-focused digital banking products.
Industry: Insurance
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: San Antonio, United States
Founded: 1922
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