Counsel

Summary

Join Brigit, a leading financial health company, as Counsel and play a vital role in supporting Brigit’s legal strategies and initiatives. You will provide comprehensive legal advice on regulatory compliance, product counseling, and litigation management. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking fintech company. You will navigate legal and regulatory requirements, advise cross-functional teams, conduct legal research, manage litigation, and stay updated on legal changes. The position requires a Juris Doctor degree, active state bar license, and relevant experience in consumer finance. Brigit offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible PTO, 401k, parental leave, and wellness programs.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license with a state bar and authorization to practice law in the state of New York
• Minimum of 3 years of in-house or firm experience in the consumer finance industry (Credit, Banking, Payments, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in litigation, including managing cases from inception through resolution and coordinating with outside counsel
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance matters related to banking and financial services, including state and federal investigations
• Knowledge of state and federal laws including but not limited to TILA, UDAAP, ECOA, Reg E, and state licensing laws, as well as GLBA, CCPA, and other state privacy laws
• Experience advising and collaborating with cross-functional teams on the development of web/app based products and services
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• A bias toward action and solving problems, not just issue spotting
• The ability to take ownership over work and manage projects independently with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated success in efficiently resolving complex business issues by collaborating effectively across business units and internal functions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Responsibilities

• Navigate legal and regulatory requirements, operational issues, and related matters
• Advise cross-functional teams including product, marketing, design, and engineering on product development and ongoing compliance
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support business initiatives and ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes, across all stakeholders, coordinating with external legal counsel as necessary
• Stay up-to-date of changes in laws and regulations that could impact the company's operations and provide guidance on necessary adjustments
• Review customer facing agreements, disclosures, marketing, and other materials for ongoing compliance

Preferred Qualifications

Fintech/Earned Wage Access experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible PTO Policy
• 401k plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Physical and mental wellbeing benefits including Wellhub for access to virtual workouts and discounted gym memberships, and Headspace Care for covered virtual therapy sessions and unlimited on demand health support
• Monthly reimbursements to use against wifi and cell phone bills
• Annual reimbursement for Learning & Development