Senior Legal Counsel - Remote

Overview

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

In Short

• Counsel Affirm’s Business teams on consumer financial services laws and regulations.
• Support Affirm’s origination and servicing of loan and payment products.
• Provide strategic advice on Australia consumer finance and protection laws.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments in consumer lending.
• Be a trusted advisor and teammate, sharing legal expertise.
• Identify and evaluate business and legal risks.
• Draft terms and conditions, disclosures, and review copy.
• Create initiatives related to Affirm products.
• Work independently and learn other jurisdiction regulations.

Requirements

• 6+ years of related business, government, or fintech experience.
• Qualified lawyer in Australia, UK, Spain, or equivalent jurisdiction.
• Established expertise in consumer credit lifecycle.
• Combination of private practice and in-house experience preferred.
• Quick learner who enjoys legal analysis and collaboration.
• Experience developing creative approaches to legal challenges.
• Inquisitive and proactive in identifying risks.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Focus on maintaining positive relationships with business partners.
• Passion for improving credit products and consumer experiences.

Benefits

• Health care coverage for you and your dependents.
• Flexible Spending Wallets for tech, food, and lifestyle.
• Competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
• Employee stock purchase plan at a discount.
• Learning & Development programs.
• Parental benefits.
• Employee Resource & Community Groups.
• Wellness days to recharge.