Deputy General Counsel

2 weeks ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Fannie Mae Full time
Company DescriptionAt Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters.

Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of an inclusive team thriving in an energizing, flexible environment.

Here, you will grow your career and help create access to fair, affordable housing finance.

Job DescriptionIn this compelling position, you will be accountable for providing independent, strategic counsel to the Multifamily business line and other functional areas or disciplines across the Company, as needed.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKEThe Deputy General Counsel - Senior Director Multifamily Legal role reports to the Multifamily Legal - Vice President, Deputy General Counsel.

This position will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside skilled teammates and subject matter experts.

The ideal candidate will be a person of sound judgment and impeccable professionalism.

At Fannie Mae, we are committed to doing the right thing so candidates should have strong ethics and unimpeachable integrity.

Leading by example, fostering collaboration, building trust, and advancing a culture of teamwork across levels are key attributes of a successful candidate.

A deep understanding of the Multifamily business and DUS platform, excellent managerial skills, and unwavering commitment to process improvement are foundational for this position.


In this position, you will:


Counsel internal stakeholders implementing the company's strategy for managing portfolio risk in the Multifamily business, whether on performing or nonperforming loans.

Advise and direct company strategies for anticipated or actual litigation and other dispute resolution activities on Multifamily-related matters.
Select and engage outside counsel for matters needing external legal resources.
Manage internal legal support professionals and supervise external legal resources to address specific areas of legal risk.
Oversee and provide strategic direction on matters requiring highly specialized, technical legal knowledge or depth across multiple disciplines.
Provide strategic counsel to executives on significant business issues or initiatives; guide implementation of strategies regarding the same.
Interact with FHFA or other policymakers on Multifamily-related legal matters.
Support corporate compliance and regulatory activities as they relate to the Multifamily business.
Anticipate, develop, and lead trainings and presentations on complex legal matters and policies for internal and external audiences.

Work with Legal Operations to identify and develop process improvements resulting in greater efficiencies, expense reduction, and increased productivity for internal and external resources.

QualificationsTHE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAMMinimum Required Experience8 years of relevant experience.

People management experience required; equivalent experience in project or practice management may be considered in lieu of direct people management.

Significant experience with commercial real estate finance transactions, including troubled asset resolution, workouts, foreclosure, litigation, and bankruptcy required.
Familiarity with mortgage-backed securitization structures, including fixed-income trusts and REMICs, highly desired.
Exposure to and familiarity with housing finance legislation and regulations preferred.
Juris Doctor required with admission in good standing to a U.S. jurisdiction.
Must have excellent client-service skills and commercial orientation to help clients achieve business objectives.
Must have excellent writing and contract drafting skills with strong attention to detail.

Must be able to communicate effectively and persuasively, orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders of all levels.

Additional InformationThe future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Mae is primarily a hybrid company. We embrace flexibility for our employees while providing office space for in-person work and collaboration. This role is classified as open to remote. If you speak with a Recruiter, they will provide you with more information about the definition of this classification.
Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at hiring range for this role is set forth on each of our job postings located on Fannie Mae's Career Site.

Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications.

This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program).

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

See more here.

SummaryType:
Full-timeFunction: LegalExperience level: DirectorIndustry: Financial Services

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