Stronghold is hiring a
Transactional Law Paralegal

Summary

The job is for a Transactional Law Paralegal at Stronghold, a Forbes Fintech 50 company. The role involves supporting legal and business teams with transactional matters, including contracts, compliance, and corporate governance. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in transactional law, preferably within the payments or fintech sectors.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion from an ABA-approved paralegal certification program, Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• 3-6 years of experience as a paralegal in transactional law, preferably within the payments, fintech, or related industries
• Strong understanding of contracts and experience in contract review and negotiation
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including service agreements, vendor contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other transactional documents
• Assist in maintaining the company's compliance with local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations related to payments and financial services
• Support corporate governance matters, including preparing documents for board meetings and maintaining corporate records
• Collaborate with and support the legal team in managing transactions from inception to closing, including due diligence activities
• Provide legal support and advice to various business units within the company
• Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations affecting the payments industry
• Assist in the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the company's operations comply with applicable legal and regulatory standards

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of the regulatory landscape in the payments industry is a plus

Benefits

• $35 - $49 an hour
• Part time position (20 hours per week with potential to convert to full time)
• Ability to work remotely within the USA
• Authorized to work in the United States (required)
• The base salary for this position is $35 - $49 hourly while taking into consideration factors such as relevant experience, skills and qualifications for the role, and location
• Stronghold currently offers health benefits for eligible employees