Director – Assistant General Counsel

Global Lending Services LLC

. Support the company’s General Counsel in legal and compliance activities .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeGreenville • South Carolina • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal and compliance activities, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Proven ability to draft and negotiate contracts, manage litigation, and develop corporate policies while fostering collaboration and maintaining strong communication with stakeholders.

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Juris DoctorCorporate GovernanceRegulatory ComplianceContract NegotiationLitigation Management

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Hard Skills

Legal AdviceRisk ManagementContract DraftingRegulatory Change ManagementPolicy DevelopmentBudget ManagementPerformance EvaluationEmployee TrainingCompliance TrackingConflict Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsSound JudgmentAdaptabilityCollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeStandard Business Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Corporate Legal DepartmentLaw FirmConsumer Protection RegulationsThird-Party Vendor ContractsOperational ChangesConfidential Information

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the company’s General Counsel in legal and compliance activities
Provide legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, contracts, litigation, and regulatory matters
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements
Manage and oversee legal review of third-party vendor contracts, maintain contract records, and improve contract-review efficiency
Manage the Regulatory Change Management function, including monitoring statutes, rules, and regulations
Identify legal risks, advise on mitigation strategies, and oversee implementation
Track and report operational changes and controls implemented by Compliance
Oversee litigation management, including coordination with external counsel and review of pleadings, settlements, and invoices
Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures
Exercise management authority over budgeting, staffing, performance evaluations, promotions, salary recommendations, and terminations
Set departmental goals and maintain employee work schedules
Build relationships with executive leadership, Compliance, operational leaders, and external parties
Manage corporate insurance policy renewals
Coordinate and conduct employee training on consumer protection regulations and legal/compliance matters
Perform additional assignments and special projects as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor required
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a law firm or corporate legal department required
Must be licensed to practice law and in active, good standing in any state within the United States
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, implement recommendations, and evaluate effectiveness
Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, conflict management, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced and changing environment
Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of internet and standard business applications such as Microsoft Office
Ability to quickly learn new computer applications
Commitment to organizational core values and key competencies
Ability to foster a collaborative culture and work closely with associates and management
Full-time position
Ability to remain stationary up to 100% of the workday
Ability to constantly operate a computer and standard office equipment
Ability to talk and hear to exchange accurate information
Close visual acuity for preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay and performance bonuses, dependent on role
Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, supplemental insurance benefits
Long-term and short-term disability
401K with employer match and 100% immediate vesting
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) annually
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Business casual work environment