Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on73, Wright Street, Iselin, Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 08830, United States
About the Role
Provident Financial Services, Inc. and Provident Bank are seeking a Senior Vice President & Deputy General Counsel to join the Legal Department. This position serves as a strategic leader and key advisor to executive management and the Board of Directors, providing oversight across regulatory engagement, corporate governance, lending, enterprise risk management, employment law, and litigation.
The Deputy General Counsel supports the organization's business lines by advising on legal and regulatory developments impacting financial institutions and publicly traded companies. The role is responsible for overseeing corporate governance, bank regulatory compliance, corporate finance activities, and significant litigation, while partnering cross-functionally to manage legal risk and support strategic initiatives. This position reports directly to the General Counsel.
Our Culture & Commitment
Provident Bank recognizes and supports the importance of creating a socially and culturally diverse employee base. We understand, value, and appreciate the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce can contribute to our organization. We put the employee and the customer at the center of our strategy because culture is a critical differentiator for why people choose to work here.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
73, Wright Street, Iselin, Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 08830, United States
Woodbridge Township, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdvise on regulatory developments impacting the bank and affiliated entities
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Securities Laws, Corporate Governance, Public Company Requirements, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets Transactions, Bank Regulatory Frameworks, Financial Services Industry Practices, Employment Law, Employee Relations, Internal Investigations.
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Provident Bank
What does a Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Provident Bank do?expand_more
In this Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Provident Bank role, you will advise on regulatory developments impacting the bank and affiliated entities; provide legal oversight for commercial and residential lending activities; advise on loan workouts, restructurings, and enforcement matters; and oversee significant litigation matters and manage outside counsel.
What are the requirements for this Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Provident Bank position, applicants should have: Juris Doctor (JD) required; Bachelor's degree required; Active bar admission required; Minimum of 15+ years of progressive legal experience; and Licensed attorney; admitted to practice in New York and/or New Jersey preferred.
Where is the Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel role at Provident Bank located?expand_more
Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel at Provident Bank is based in 73, Wright Street, Iselin, Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 08830, United States. This is a on-site role.