Associate Commercial Counsel

Summary

Join Array, a remote-first financial innovation platform, as an Associate Commercial Counsel. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding our legal interests by drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements. Collaborate with various departments to ensure legal accuracy and compliance. This role requires a Juris Doctor degree, 3+ years of experience in commercial law, preferably in fintech, and strong communication and organizational skills. Array offers competitive benefits including full medical, dental, and vision coverage, unlimited PTO, 100% 401k match, generous parental leave, and various other perks to support a healthy work-life balance. We encourage applications even if you don't meet every requirement. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required, bar admission and in good standing in at least one state
• 3+ years of experience in commercial law, preferably in the fintech, technology, or financial services industry; working knowledge of financial regulations, including banking and consumer protection laws
• Experience with contract management systems, preferably Ironclad, and other legal technology tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• In-house experience at an early stage or high growth start-up

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including contracts with clients (banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions) and vendors (technology, data providers, services, etc.)
• Provide legal support for the company's use of Ironclad for contract management, ensuring compliance and efficiency in workflow processes
• Ensure Array’s contractual obligations align with data provider requirements, and comply with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Collaborate with internal teams to assess legal risks and provide strategic advice for various business initiatives, including product launches, international hiring and partnerships
• Stay updated with financial regulations, industry standards, and emerging legal trends that affect the fintech sector
• Assist in the development and delivery of legal training programs to educate internal stakeholders on legal best practices and compliance requirements
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standard contract templates, legal policies, procurement processes, and the Array CLM platform to streamline legal operations

Preferred Qualifications

• CIPP-US or other relevant privacy certification
• Well-versed in key Financial industry regulations (e.g. FCRA, GLB, BSA, etc.)

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision, premiums covered at 100% for full-time employees and 70% for dependents
• Unlimited PTO and sick leave + 14 company holidays to encourage a healthy work-life blend
• 100% 401k match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Generous and competitive parental leave for all parents
• $1,000 desk setup subsidy to set-up your unique remote office
• $100/month to subsidize wifi/cell phone expenses
• Summer Fridays (half-day Fridays) typically from late May to the end of August
• Arrayaversary Kits for work anniversaries