Counsel

BECU is a financial institution committed to serving its members and communities since 1935. As Counsel, you will support BECU's mission by guiding teams through legal matters, ensuring compliance with laws, and protecting the credit union's risk posture.ResponsibilitiesConduct Legal Research: Investigate legal issues, interpret statutes, case law, and regulations and produce clear, well‑reasoned written analyses for senior legal counselReview and Negotiate Contracts: Evaluate assigned contract clauses and other documents, negotiating terms to protect BECU’s interests under the guidance of senior counselApply Risk Awareness: Use your understanding of BECU’s risk tolerance to ensure legal approaches and recommendations align with organizational standardsSupport Litigation Activities: Collaborate on litigation matters as needed, helping prepare materials, conduct analysis, and support case strategySupport Additional Legal Needs: Contribute to other projects or responsibilities as assigned to advance departmental and organizational goals. Full-time hours required, with additional hours as necessarySkillsLaw Degree or equivalent and membership in the Washington State Bar Association requiredMinimum one year of experience with litigation or Financial Services and Collections or Recovery requiredAdmission to practice law in the Federal Courts in the State of Washington, or admission secured within 1 yearVerbal and written skills to effectively communicate and provide customer serviceConceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills to ensure legal issues are resolved effectivelyEffective negotiation skillsBenefits401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECUMedical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)PTO Program + Exchange ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramBECU Cares volunteer time off + donation matchCompany OverviewAs a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, BECU is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” In fact, putting people over profit guides our everyday business decisions. It was founded in 1935, and is headquartered in Tukwila, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.becu.org/landing/fintech-incubator.



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