Staff Attorney at Veterans United Home Loans in Columbia, Missouri

Job Description:

Veterans United is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal counsel to assigned business units and support legal related projects. This position will review legal opinions, issues, and support the department with legal-related projects.


Job duties may include, but are not limited to:


• Support General Counsel and Senior Management with legal-related projects.


• Provide legal counsel to assigned business units.


• Provide legal guidance and support to affiliate companies as necessary.


• Review legal opinions, legal structure, and other applicable legal issues.


• Perform reviews of online content and other marketing initiatives for compliance with applicable regulations and requirements.


• Review and provide guidance to business units on contracts and agreements.


• Manage and coordinate with various departments and individuals regarding the completion of assigned legal projects.


We're looking for someone who can be passionate about their job and have fun doing it, who will deliver results with integrity, and who enjoys finding ways to enhance the lives of others every day.


We'll also want to know you can demonstrate these attributes:


• Aptitude to learn new technology.


• High attention to detail.


• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).


• Leadership skills.


• Ability to translate technical language into general terms.


• Adaptable to change and shifts in priority.


• Analytical decision-making skills.


• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.


• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.


• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience combining corporate legal and private law settings; experience with matters pertaining to Financial Services or general marketing issues preferred.


• Must be licensed and in good standing with the Missouri Bar.


• Knowledgeable in various areas pertaining to corporate law.


• Proficient in basic computer technologies, appropriate for an internet-based company.


Learn more about us on Glassdoor and our career site at vu.com/careers


Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliates are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected classifications.