Legal Cnsl Assoc Analyst

Founded in 1963, FirstBank is Colorado's largest locally owned holding company and we are still growing, serving customers in Colorado, California, and Arizona. Our growth can be attributed to one simple philosophy: do right by customers, communities, and employees, which is at the center of the company’s “banking for good” mantra. FirstBank believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of everything we do, both within and outside our company, and we take pride in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. We strive to not only maintain a diverse workforce, but also ensure our employee experience garners a sense of belonging, is inclusive and equitable. FirstBank believes that a company is nothing without the people that comprise it. By joining the FirstBank team you will experience our great team culture with ample opportunity for growth. There’s an opportunity for everyone with positions across the company, from Personal Banker and Call Center to Technology and Lending. Apply today to learn more and join the team!

A Brief Overview

Under the supervision of In-House Counsel, the Associate Analyst, Legal assists in reviewing and negotiating agreements with FirstBank's vendors and in maintaining the Bank's customer facing agreements. The Associate Analyst may further carry out eDiscovery tasks, perform research, and handle other legal tasks as assigned.

What you will do

• Under supervision of the Bank's In-House Counsel, Review and negotiate vendor agreements
• Aid in processing eDiscovery and litigation hold requests, send litigation hold notices, preserve potential evidence in compliance with legal obligations, and advise employees on litigation risk and processes
• Conduct legal research as needed
• Aid in maintaining internal standard template agreements
• Assist with compliance with Court Orders where necessary
• Collaborate with other internal departments such as information security, privacy, vendor management, and project management
• Assist with subpoena response, manage complex document review, and perform necessary redactions
• Help to maintain and periodically review customer account agreements
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with all provisions of the Safety in the Workplace policy

Minimum Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in related field.
• A combination of post-high school education, job related certification and related experience equivalent to 3 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience revising and negotiating contracts
• Familiarity with technology agreements
• Experience working at a law firm, or in-house legal department
• eDiscovery or subpoena response experience
• Experience performing legal research

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of common contract provisions
• Verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused under the pressure of contract negotiations and high-stakes discussions

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Frequently remains stationary throughout a typical business day
• Frequently operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other rooms
• Occasionally positions self to access drawers and shelves of various heights
• Frequently reaches for and handles paperwork and files
• Constantly communicates with customers, coworkers, and management in-person and on the phone
• Must be able to exchange accurate information
• FirstBank does not currently offer fully remote positions, except as required by law. The actual number of in-office days that may be required will vary by business unit, role, and business need.

Salary Range

$37.00 Per Hour to $50.00 Per Hour

Statement of Benefits

FirstBank offers a suite of benefits that support our employees’ professional, financial, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Benefits currently offered with our positions include: Paid Time Off/paid leave programs, 401K/Employee Stock Ownership, United Healthcare medical, MetLife dental, VSP vision, Employee tuition reimbursement, Volunteer Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance/AD&D


EOE/Affirmative Action

FirstBank is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. FirstBank does not permit pay inequities. Anyone who believes they have been subject to pay inequity should immediately report their concerns to the Human Resource Department.

Colorado Job Application Fairness Act

Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact from any documents that you submit in connection with your application information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting the documentation

*This job opportunity is expected to close on 1/13/25*