Truist
Assistant General Counsel- Consumer Banking Digital Payments
Atlanta, GA
Mar 17, 2025
Full-time
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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

As a member of the Consumer & Small Business Deposit, Digital & Payment Legal Team, this position will involve providing legal and strategic support to business clients and colleagues in the Consumer and Small Business line of business on various bank regulatory, state-law, digital and payment related law issues.

Truist is seeking an experienced Attorney that will be responsible for handling complex legal matters or projects. This position conducts legal research, drafts high priority documents, and handles significant product and regulatory matters. This position provides legal advice and recommendations for action to line of business executives regarding matters of some complexity, which may have a material dollar impact on business activities and operations. This position combines a knowledge of one or more legal specialties with sound business acumen and knowledge of the business goals and objectives as they relate to the issue or project. Role operates under general direction from law department management. This position may research legal principles and precedents, consult with outside counsel, draft and execute legal documents, gather relevant case related information using multiple sources and methods, and provide direction to other professional, paraprofessional, and/or support staff in developing solutions to problems presented.

**This opportunity is not remote and position can be located in our Charlote, Atlanta, or Richmond office. Role is office centric - 4 days.****

***This is a multi-level posting and qualified candidate will be placed in appropriate level based on experience.***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

  • Providing legal guidance and training for Consumer, Small Business, and Commercial digital products, services, channels, and operations, including Zelle, Bill Pay, and mobile check deposit, for product managers and digital execution teams.

  • Advising on consumer bank regulations including ESIGN Act, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, UDAAP, FDIC Part 238, among others.

  • Reviewing and providing advice and training on legislative or regulatory changes impacting digital operations, policies, and procedures.

  • Assisting in the development of new digital and payment related products and services.

  • Creating and/or editing client agreements, disclosures and forms.

  • Working with other legal, compliance, and risk professionals within to ensure appropriate interpretation of laws applicable to the products and services

  • Maintaining strong, productive relationships with key internal clients while serving as a trusted legal advisor, legal risk manager, and business partner.

  • Apprising clients of developments in the laws applicable to their products or services.

  • Advising clients and other stakeholders during regulatory exams.

GR 112 OR GR 113

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


1. Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing
2. 5- 8 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings
3. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
4. Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly
5. Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines
6. Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills
7. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience practicing consumer/digital payments law - strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Previous litigation experience

  • Initiative to identify issues, deliver creative solutions, streamline processes

  • Commitment to professional growth and willingness to expand practice

  • Broad understanding of digital execution, integration, operations, systems, and procedures as well as knowledge of consumer deposit and payment related state and regulatory laws. Familiarity with the current state of examination procedures, regulatory priorities and related expectations is also preferred.

  • Provided legal guidance and training for consumer digital products, services and channel, and payment system-related matters for product managers and digital execution teams.

  • Reviewed and provided advice and training on legislative or regulatory changes impacting digital products, services, and channels, including policies and procedures.

  • Created and/or edited client agreements, disclosures and forms.

  • Candidate must be able to function independently and effectively in a fast-paced, high volume work environment. Must be motivated, possess exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to prioritize and handle numerous matters at one time. Strong organization skills and attention to detail are essential.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting

Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Standing
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Walking
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Bending
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Lifting
Up to 10 lbs.
Visual / Audio / Speaking
Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.
Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding
Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.
Availability
Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.
Travel
Up to 25%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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