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At Popular, we offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to serve our communities in Puerto Rico, United States & Virgin Islands. As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.

Are you ready for a rewarding career?

Over 8,000 people in Puerto Rico, United States and Virgin Islands work at Popular.

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General Description

Responsible for assisting, supporting, and providing professional legal advice related to assigned matters, mainly related to federal, state and local consumer protection, BSA/AML/OFAC, safety and soundness, and information security requirements, intellectual property, and vendor management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support in the review of applicable requirements and support the business in its objectives within a fast paced and dynamic team.
• Trademark management, including preparation and prosecution of trademark applications, infringement monitoring and enforcement
• Copyright-related counseling, including developing and implementing corporate-wide training.
• Review and draft documentation and/or communications to ascertain and mitigate legal risks.
• Review and negotiate agreements.
• Legal research and analysis related to complex regulations applicable to different subsidiaries of Popular, Inc.
• Identify and analyze new requirements, and communicate changes to the business and support units.

Education

Juris doctor degree completed from an accredited university or college.

Certifications/ Licenses

Puerto Rico bar exam approved

Experience

Three (3) years of experience working in a financial institution or law firm with a focus on corporate or banking law.

Experience collaborating with senior level officers, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's)

• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet aggressive, specific deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal relationships and teamwork skills.
• Business acumen; apply critical thinking to review complex legal and non-legal material for legal implications that may pose a risk to the organization.
• Produces clear and concise written materials appropriate for submissions to senior level internal clients.
• Ability to share information and responsibilities to achieve common division goals.
• Anticipates opportunities and potential solutions to complex, time-sensitive matters.
• Individual must be well spoken, with excellent bilingual (English and Spanish) writing and presentation skills
• Analytical, able to effectively identify, define problems in order to determine, recommend actionable solutions / best execution of such
• Strong Excel skills
• Strong client-relations skills and ability to partner with these in order to develop practical solutions that meet business needs while remaining compliant with applicable laws and regulations
• Strong work ethic and drive
• Ability to work independently

Values

Passion for PeopleSucceed TogetherOwn Every MomentBuild the Future

Additional Requirements

The information provided here is only a general guide as to the nature of the position and does not constitute an exact description of the goals, tasks, duties and responsibilities of the position. The specific details of each position are described in the employee’s performance evaluation.

Important: The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the application process, please contact us [email protected]. This email inbox is monitored for such types of requests only. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed exemptions or reasonable accommodations. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

As Puerto Rico’s leading financial institution, we reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers, including during emergency situations and/or natural disasters. Popular’s employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.

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Popular is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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