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About the Role

As General Counsel, you will serve as the Bank's chief legal advisor and a key member of the senior leadership team. This role establishes and leads the Bank's in-house legal function, providing strategic counsel on legal, regulatory, governance, and business matters to support the organization's growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Bank's chief legal advisor, providing practical, business-focused counsel to executive leadership and the Board of Directors on legal, regulatory, governance, and strategic matters.
• Partner with executive leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, supporting enterprise risk management, policy development, regulatory compliance, and key strategic initiatives.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of contracts, agreements, corporate transactions, and other legal documents.
• Provide legal guidance on laws and regulations, corporate governance, employment matters, vendor relationships, real estate transactions, litigation, and other legal issues affecting the Bank and its subsidiaries.
• Oversee the Bank's corporate governance activities, including Board and committee support, governance documentation, and legal recordkeeping.
• Manage litigation, disputes, and regulatory matters, coordinating strategy and outcomes with executive leadership.
• Select, manage, and evaluate outside legal counsel and other legal service providers, ensuring high-quality representation, effective case management, and appropriate control of legal expenses.
• Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations, proactively advising leadership on emerging legal risks and recommending appropriate actions.
• Develop and deliver legal and governance training for executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and employees, as appropriate.
• Contribute as a member of the senior leadership team by providing strategic guidance that supports the Bank's long-term success and organizational culture.
• Other duties as assigned and/or taken on.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• 10+ years of progressive legal experience, including significant experience advising financial institutions or organizations in highly regulated industries; or the equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job duties of this position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of banking laws and regulations, corporate governance, commercial transactions, contract negotiation, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience advising executive leadership and Boards of Directors on complex legal, governance, and business matters.
• Proven ability to identify and manage legal and regulatory risk while balancing business objectives.
• Experience managing outside legal counsel, litigation, and other external legal service providers.
• Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and exercise sound independent judgment.
• Prior experience serving as General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or Senior Counsel for a financial institution.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, regulatory examinations, or other strategic banking initiatives.
• Experience working with a community bank or bank holding company.

Skills

• Legal expertise
• Business judgment
• Leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Relationship building
• Problem-solving
• Banking laws and regulations
• Corporate governance
• Commercial transactions
• Contract negotiation
• Employment law
• Regulatory compliance
• Risk management
• Litigation management
• Communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Analytical skills

Location

• Downtown Austin, Texas

Work Type

• Full-time
• In-person

Experience Level

• 10+ years of progressive legal experience

Education Level

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Benefits

• Health coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness Program that incentivizes you with premium cost savings
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Group term Life and AD&D
• Opportunity to become a shareholder of the Bank through our 401k Retirement Plan
• Discounts on Pet Insurance
• Time off policies meant to support your work-life balance

About the Company

• Horizon Bank has a charter dating back to 1905, with over a century of experience serving Central Texas.
• The bank prides itself on creating lifelong customer relationships and business partnerships.
• Horizon Bank has a reputation for an unwavering commitment to its teams, communities, and customers.
• Recognized as #1 locally owned bank by Austin Business Journal 2020 Power Rankings.
• Ranked Top 40 community banks nationwide by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
• Ranked a 2024 top 10 community bank by American Bankers Association.
• Received the 2020 & 2021 Thriving Together award for outstanding company Wellness Program.

Equal Opportunity

• Horizon Bank recognizes that diverse perspectives and experiences drive innovation and success.
• Operates within a merit-based framework that fosters inclusivity and belonging, ensuring all individuals have the opportunity to contribute, develop, and thrive.
• Seeks talented, qualified individuals for all career opportunities, without regard to any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
• Horizon Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.