Senior Counsel, Payments

Overview

This role involves serving as Senior Counsel, Payments, providing legal advice and strategic partnership to support payments initiatives within a leading internet financial platform company. The position focuses on guiding the design, launch, and operation of innovative payments products, ensuring compliance with complex legal and regulatory requirements globally.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key legal partner to Product, Compliance, and Engineering teams developing new payments-related offerings, including payment networks.
• Provide strategic legal advice and collaborate with business teams to develop and scale processes for launching payments products and programs worldwide.
• Assess licensing and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions to support product expansion and business objectives.
• Offer practical legal guidance on global payments regulations, including licensing, consumer protection, anti-money laundering (AML), and financial reporting.
• Review payments-related marketing materials and external communications to ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent degree with admission to practice law in the United States; must be a member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, including significant advisory experience on payments, blockchain, and financial services matters.
• Deep understanding of U.S. federal and state payments laws, including money transmission, AML/BSA, and consumer protection regulations.
• Experience advising product and engineering teams on legal requirements related to payment network design, custody, money transmission, or payment instruments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting global product launches and navigating regulatory and compliance challenges.
• Strong familiarity with financial institution partnerships, including global banking institutions.
• Proven ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams in fast-paced, technology-driven, and product-focused environments.
• Background in fintech, cryptocurrency, or other emerging financial technologies.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $230,000 - $297,500
• Compensation is determined by factors including relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, and organizational needs.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected statuses.

Location

• The role supports global payments initiatives and may involve coordination across multiple jurisdictions.

Applicants requiring accommodations during the interview process due to disability are encouraged to request support. Privacy and confidentiality will be maintained throughout the accommodation process.