Associate Operations Counsel

First American

. Provide in-house legal and regulatory advice on topics affecting the mortgage servicing and origination industry .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $112,400 - $149,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing legal and regulatory advice specific to the mortgage servicing and origination industry, with a strong focus on compliance and risk management. Proficient in drafting legal documents and facilitating effective communication with operational teams and regulatory authorities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Law DegreeLicensed To Practice LawMortgage Servicing KnowledgeFederal And State Regulations KnowledgeLegal Research Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingPolicy DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceLegal CounselDocument Requirements

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMulti-tasking AbilityRelationship BuildingWorkload Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Products

Industry Keywords

Mortgage ServicingMortgage OriginationLegal AdviceRegulatory TrendsLegal Exposure Minimization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide in-house legal and regulatory advice on topics affecting the mortgage servicing and origination industry
Advise on mortgage servicing document requirements
Provide legal counsel to operational teams
Draft contracts, policies and product forms
Interface occasionally with regulatory authorities
Report to management on changes in applicable law and regulatory trends
Facilitate division and company business objectives through timely and effective legal support
Minimize potential legal exposure and risk
Provide practical, timely, and high-quality legal counsel and guidance to assigned divisions and departments
Work with the independent Corporate Compliance Department to ensure organizational compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law Degree required
Admitted to practice law in the US
Typically has 1-3 years professional experience in area of specialization
Licensed to practice law, in good standing
Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures related to mortgage servicing and origination
Knowledge of Federal and State regulations
Developed legal research, written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational skills with the ability to multi task, prioritize and work under pressure
Demonstrated ability to manage workload and balance competing priorities
Ability to build and maintain rapport with superiors, peers, subordinates and external company contacts
Microsoft office products

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Inclusive workplace culture
Equal opportunity employment