Legal Clerk

About Leaders Credit Union

Leaders Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative dedicated to serving the needs of its account holders. As one of the largest and most stable credit unions in West Tennessee, our purpose is to provide a sound, convenient alternative to traditional banking. Our mission is to “Power your passion and make lives better,” guiding every decision we make to enhance our members' financial well-being.

Core Values

• Member Focused
• Team Oriented
• Community Minded
• Forward Thinking
• Trusted Partner

Why Join Leaders?

• Great benefits: Competitive packages including healthcare, vacation time, sick time, 401k options, and a profit-sharing plan.
• Work with a mission: Our mission is actively lived out by all team members, both member-facing and back-office.
• Extensive training: Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing monthly classes on topics like mortgage products and conflict resolution.
• Room for growth: Opportunities for personal and professional advancement, with a strong preference for promoting from within.

Responsibilities

• Processing levies and seizures
• Handling information requests of all types: subpoenas, police inquiries, member & non-member inquiries
• Managing complaints and disputes
• Conducting credit union document research
• Providing administrative support for the legal team
• Addressing other questions and matters received by the Legal department

Schedule

This position follows a standard schedule of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be required to provide top-notch member service, but work-life balance is prioritized.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months or more of related experience is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn
• Ability to handle sensitive information responsibly and maintain strict confidentiality