
Director, Lead Counsel (Financial Services)
Talently, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029
Director, Lead Counsel (Financial Services)
We are a leader in the fintech space and are hiring a talented Director, Lead Counsel with expertise in the Financial Services sector. This role will play a key legal role at a cutting‑edge company, shaping the way financial products are designed and delivered worldwide. Join a fast‑paced organization where initiative, excellence, and direct contribution to the mission are highly valued, and make a tangible impact in the intersection of technology and financial services.
Responsibilities
Serve as a lead legal advisor for fintech products.
Navigate and advise on complex regulatory, compliance, and commercial aspects of launching new financial products globally.
Draft and negotiate agreements with banks and payment processors.
Review new products, features, and initiatives to develop risk mitigation strategies.
Partner with cross‑functional teams to support product development and regulatory compliance.
Assist in preparing and responding to inquiries from federal and state regulators.
Must-Have Skills
Juris Doctor degree and bar admission in at least one U.S. state.
7+ years of legal experience in the financial services or fintech environments with a focus on payments.
Deep knowledge of federal and state payment regulations.
Experience interfacing with banks, regulatory agencies, and payment networks.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills within high‑growth, fast‑paced environments.
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
Experience advising on risk mitigation for technology platforms.
An understanding of privacy and content compliance.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
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Responsibilities
Serve as a lead legal advisor for fintech products.
Navigate and advise on complex regulatory, compliance, and commercial aspects of launching new financial products globally.
Draft and negotiate agreements with banks and payment processors.
Review new products, features, and initiatives to develop risk mitigation strategies.
Partner with cross‑functional teams to support product development and regulatory compliance.
Assist in preparing and responding to inquiries from federal and state regulators.
Must-Have Skills
Juris Doctor degree and bar admission in at least one U.S. state.
7+ years of legal experience in the financial services or fintech environments with a focus on payments.
Deep knowledge of federal and state payment regulations.
Experience interfacing with banks, regulatory agencies, and payment networks.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills within high‑growth, fast‑paced environments.
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
Experience advising on risk mitigation for technology platforms.
An understanding of privacy and content compliance.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
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