Employment and Compliance Counsel

Overview

A high-growth fintech organization is seeking an Employment & Compliance Counsel to join their Legal team. This role involves serving as a strategic partner and trusted advisor on employment law matters while also providing broad generalist legal support to a regulated fintech business.

Responsibilities

Employment Counseling & Advisory (approximately 50%)

• Act as the primary legal advisor to the People Team on employment matters including hiring, performance management, terminations, reductions in force, and sensitive employee issues.
• Provide proactive counsel on employment law compliance, with particular expertise advising on non-exempt employee populations.
• Support and advise on internal employment investigations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documents such as offer letters, employment agreements, separation and severance agreements, PIIAs, and equity-related communications.
• Translate new legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for People Team and business stakeholders.
• Partner with the People Team to develop and maintain employment policies, handbooks, and compliance procedures.

Generalist Legal Support (approximately 50%)

• Support regulatory investigations and examinations by government agencies, coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
• Advise on privacy and information security matters under applicable federal and state laws.
• Support active litigation and disputes, including coordination with outside counsel, document collection, and internal communications.
• Provide legal support to Customer Success and Operations teams on client-facing matters, escalated issues, and contractual questions.
• Review and advise on marketing and advertising materials for legal and regulatory compliance.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and provide general contract support across the business.

AI Fluency & Adoption

• Utilize AI tools daily as a core part of legal research, drafting, analysis, and problem-solving.
• Develop workflows and agents to increase efficiency and reduce repetitive work.
• Evaluate emerging AI capabilities critically and apply them thoughtfully to legal work.
• Educate and assist team members in developing AI fluency.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 8–10+ years of legal experience with significant employment law expertise, especially advising on non-exempt employee populations.
• At least one prior in-house legal role; experience in startups or high-growth technology companies is a strong plus.
• Preferred law firm background with ability to translate analytical rigor into practical business guidance.
• Strong relationship-building skills with non-legal stakeholders including People teams, senior executives, and business leaders.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn beyond core employment law.
• Comfortable engaging with unfamiliar legal questions across adjacent areas.
• Team-oriented mindset, willing to assist colleagues proactively.
• Detail-oriented with strong process and documentation discipline.
• Commitment to producing high-quality, precise legal work.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $190,000 - $220,000, determined by geographic location, skills, and experience.
• Additional compensation components may include bonuses, commissions, and equity.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and no plan fees.
  • Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Competitive time off and parental leave.
  • Access to financial wellness tools and professionals.
  • Enhanced mental health support.
  • Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits.
  • Student loan resources.
  • Monthly work-from-home stipend and quarterly lifestyle stipend.
  • Team-building experiences and social events.

Location

• United States (salary and benefits adjusted based on location).

Equal Opportunity

This employer is an equal opportunity organization. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran or military status, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics. Employment is at-will.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application process.