Assistant Counsel

Join Virginia Housing and help make a difference as an Assistant Counsel.

This important role will be responsible for documenting and closing Virginia Housing's rental housing (multi-family) mortgage loans, loan servicing issues and general corporate legal work. Our ideal candidate is a results-oriented lawyer with expertise in multifaceted commercial transactions, managing legal risks, and in negotiating complex agreements and financial instruments. You will have a strong interest in leading change to meet organizational goals and the ability to apply legal concepts to meet business objectives and develop practical solutions.  Virginia Housing’s mission differentiates this role from that of a typical lender’s counsel role.  Responsibilities will include (i) documenting and closing multi-family loan transactions on behalf of Virginia Housing, (ii) addressing legal aspects of servicing issues (easements, transfers of ownership, workouts, foreclosures, etc.), (iii) advising Virginia Housing on legal issues involving its multi-family lending programs, and (iv) assisting with general corporate matters.

Virginia Housing is one of the nation’s premier housing finance agencies. Our mission is to help Virginians attain quality, affordable housing, which we accomplish through our creative lending and grant programs.

We are focused on employee engagement and committed to a healthy and diverse workforce. Educational opportunities to help your advancement are available through classroom and online programs.

To be successful in this role you must possess:

• J. D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Association of Law Schools and an active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar.
• At least one year of related work experience with demonstrated ability to effectively and proactively provide sound legal advice, exercise good business judgment, work with senior management and implement policies and processes.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to be a supportive member of a team.
• Experience advising management or clients, leading change to meet organizational goals, and ability to apply legal concepts to meet business objectives and develop practical solutions.
• Experience in developing, directing and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
• Disciplined, motivated, and able to work effectively under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) as well as Adobe products.

The ideal candidate would also have experience in: Prior in-house or law firm experience in drafting multi-family loan closing documents and conducting multi-family loan closings. Experience in commercial real estate transactions.

Applications and resumes are accepted online only at http://www.virginiahousing.com/careers.

This position will remain open until filled.

Hiring Range: $106-816 - $138-858

This is a hybrid position reporting to our Glen Allen, VA office. 

A background check will be performed as a condition of employment.

Internal applicants 

MR-9 Please review relevant HR policy under 'Employment Practices' on the Zone before applying. 

Apply through the Zone or at http://employees-virginiahousing.icims.com/.

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