Senior Corporate Counsel
About the Company
Globally-renowned financial institution
Industry
Banking
Type
Privately Held, VC-backed
Founded
2008
Employees
501-1000
Categories
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Financial Services
Specialties
- marketplace lending
- small business loans
- fintech
- commercial real estate loans
- crowdfunding
- payments
- securitization
- virtual currency
- ach / iat
- wallet (custody)
- core api driven banking
- capital markets
- deposits/cds
- small business lending
- banking as a service
- wire transfers
- real time payments
- and compliance
Business Classifications
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join its dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and counsel on a wide range of matters, including but not limited to, vendor IT/SAAS agreements, donation and sponsorship agreements, general transaction matters, and employment practices. This role also involves supporting strategic activities such as ventures, acquisitions, and other significant transactions, with a focus on the legal aspects of artificial intelligence. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate degree, be admitted to a NY/NJ State Bar, and have a minimum of 8 years' of legal experience, with at least 2 years' in-house. Experience in corporate law, U.S. public company regulations, and a strong interest in AI-related legal issues are essential. Applicants for the Senior Corporate Counsel position at the company should possess a strong background in legal work, with a focus on general corporate matters, contract agreements, employment, and banking. The role requires a candidate with excellent communication skills, the ability to handle multiple matters, and a proven track record of working independently in a fast-paced team environment. Success in this role is defined by analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to think creatively, and a proactive approach to collaboration. The candidate should be a self-starter, committed to continuous improvement, and have a high level of professional ethics and integrity. Experience in intellectual property, M&A, consumer finance laws, and fintech is a plus.
Hiring Manager Title
Deputy General Counsel
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions