Deputy General Counsel

Why should you join our team?American AgCredit offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a national financial system supporting those who feed, clothe and fuel the world. We are a growing organization embracing collaboration and innovation while delivering transformative solutions. American AgCredit provides a cultivating environment where you truly make a difference for our customers and teams.Benefits offered by American AgCredit:Commitment to agriculture and the communities we serveFamily friendly work environmentInvestment in employee developmentMedical, Dental and Vision coverageOutstanding 401k – automatic 3% employer contribution, plus match up to 6%Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation accrued at 26 days annually, Sick Days accrued at 15 days annually, 12 paid holidays, plus 16 hours of volunteer time)Competitive Incentive Compensation PlanDisability & Life InsuranceEmployee mental, physical, and financial wellness programsThe position is bonus eligible based on association and personal performancePosition will be posted until filled.Overview:The ideal candidate is a dynamic business and employment law expert and smart problem solver who is comfortable working and leading in a fast-paced and high-intensity environment, with broad responsibility and meaningful impact. We are looking for someone to bring legal smarts, analytic rigor, business sense, a strong work ethic, cross-functional muscle, agile and creative thinking, comfort in unfamiliar environments, and leadership with a growth mindset. This role requires strong trust and relationship building skills to help solve complex, challenging and evolving legal issues that often have a broad business impact, and shape both responsive and disruptive business strategies, working proactively with people throughout the organization. This role also serves as the primary contact and liaison for Association business contract review and negotiations. The Deputy General Counsel is responsible for working as a member of a cross functional team providing legal resources, strategic thought partnership and leadership, as well as assistance and consultation, to management and staff. The successful candidate will assist with leading the legal team and managing all aspects of the Legal Department and the legal processes within the Association. The role requires strong working knowledge of corporate law and best practices, employment law and best practices, litigation proceedings and outside counsel oversight and legal and regulatory compliance. This position will lead and work closely with the entire legal team as well as with various members of the Executive Team and employees at all levels of the Association. The Deputy General Counsel may also engage with the Association’s Board of Directors. The Deputy General Counsel will contribute to overall Association management and performance through participation in the development of strategic and operating objectives, including policy review and creation and implementation. The successful candidate will be expected to work cooperatively, efficiently, and effectively to provide sound and thoughtful legal advice, thought partnership, and guidance to the Association in alignment with the Association’s culture and business risk appetite. Key Responsibilities:Assists with the leadership, management, direction, and general oversight of the Legal Department.Assists with mentoring, developing and continuously improving an elite legal team.Works across departments to provide business partners with legally-sound, practical and impactful guidance that addresses a range of legal and business issues, contractual provisions, and matters involving compliance and risk mitigation and assessment and business strategy.Analyzes legal and business issues through risk assessment, risk management and business risk appetite lenses, rather than simply identifying areas of potential legal risk.Remains current on legal and business developments relevant to the Association.Anticipates and researches or oversees research of unique legal issues that could impact the Association and provide guidance on important legal topics.Assists with compliance training oversight and provides general legal compliance support and thought partnership for the Association’s business functions including Brand, Human Resources, Privacy and Data Security, Vendor Risk, Facilities, Enterprise Tools, and Business Technology.Prepares, reviews, negotiates, and/or interprets various legal instruments and documents such as contracts (including SAAS, DAAS and other technology-focused agreements), leases, agreements, and amendments.Provides guidance on a broad spectrum of employment law matters, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, leaves of absence and accommodations, separations, onboarding, wage and hour, internal investigations, compensation and benefits, inclusion and diversity initiatives, privacy, contingent workforce issues.Evaluate