Corporate Counsel - Remote

Overview

ClarityPay is looking for a Corporate Counsel. This is a foundational hire for the legal and compliance team of a rapidly growing fintech, so it comes with built-in opportunity for professional growth and development.

In Short

• Take a lead role in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with merchants and vendors.
• Support business development, customer service, and other internal stakeholders in fielding legal and compliance questions.
• Serve as an in-house subject matter expert on consumer and small business lending regulations.
• Provide legal support for ClarityPay’s Compliance and Operational Risk Program.
• Develop additional legal and compliance resources for contracting and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate on the resolution of inquiries and complaints from customers and regulators.
• Project-manage various key legal and compliance projects.
• Support or own other legal projects as determined by the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer.

Requirements

• JD from a top tier law school and a license to practice in good standing.
• 3-10 years total legal experience.
• At least 2 years of law firm experience.
• Significant contract drafting and negotiation experience.
• In-depth familiarity with consumer financial services matters.
• Strong legal research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and leverage new technology quickly.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and equity package.
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Collaborative office culture with a strong product mindset.
• Opportunities to grow, lead, and shape the future of consumer finance.
• 401k program.