Legal Counsel Lead, Capital Markets
Overview
A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Legal Counsel Lead, Capital Markets to join their team. This role involves supporting high-impact legal work that directly contributes to business performance and team success. The position requires collaboration across functions to advance priorities, solve complex problems, and deliver measurable outcomes. It offers the opportunity to influence both strategic direction and day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environment.
Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)
Compensation: $144,000 – $229,000 annually
Responsibilities
- Support capital markets and finance teams with various legal agreements and transactions
- Draft and negotiate transactional documents with institutional investors
- Manage deal flow and collaborate with outside counsel on securitization transactions
- Work with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency in new product launches
- Develop processes and improve transaction templates to support business growth
- Collaborate with regulatory colleagues to navigate legal requirements
- Provide internal education on legal risks
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with strong academic credentials
- Membership in a state bar (California or New York preferred)
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in structured finance, debt finance, or a related field
- Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex transactional documents
- Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver concise legal advice
- Self-starter with a proactive attitude in a fast-paced environment
- Team player eager to develop expertise in new legal areas
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a fintech company focused on lending or credit markets
- Familiarity with contract management systems such as Concord or DocuSign
- Proficiency with financial modeling tools like Excel or Adaptive Insights
- Experience using legal compliance software such as ComplyAdvantage or LexisNexis
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with bonuses and stock options
- Generous 401(k) matching program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discounted stock options
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits including life and disability coverage
- Paid time off, sick days, and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave
- Wellness allowances for personal development
- Productivity allowances for work resources
- Team connection through events and employee resource groups
- Onsite perks including catered lunches and stocked kitchens (where applicable)
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.