General Counsel - Consumer Finance Lawyer
We are seeking a seasoned and business-minded lawyer to join our legal team. Our ideal candidate will have expertise in consumer finance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic legal guidance across the organization, offering practical solutions that align with our goals in a fast-paced consumer financial environment.
* Legal Strategy & Business Partnership: Support our Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel in providing strategic legal advice.
* Offer Practical Solutions: Develop and implement effective legal strategies that meet our business objectives.
* HR & Employment Law Support: Advise on employment-related matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, and compliance with federal and state labor laws.
* Vendor & Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, with a focus on vendor agreements, technology contracts, and service arrangements.
* Consumer Privacy: Knowledge of domestic and international consumer privacy protections, including GLBA and GDPR.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
* A minimum of 8 years of experience post-law school, with preference given to those who have 2–3 years of in-house legal counsel experience or the equivalent.
* Experience in consumer financial services or similar regulated industries.
* Demonstrated experience working across HR/legal domains and supporting the HR function.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled lawyer to make a real impact in our company's success.