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Snap Finance

Deputy/Assistant General Counsel

Snap Finance, Davenport, Iowa, United States, 52800

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Company Overview:

At Snap Finance, we believe everyone deserves access to the things they need, regardless of credit history. Since 2012, we've used data, machine learning, and a more human approach to create flexible financing solutions that help people move forward. We're proud of our inclusive, supportive culture, built on empowering our customers, partners, and team members alike. When our people thrive, so does our innovation.

Job Description

Position Overview:

We’re seeking an experienced and business-minded lawyer to join our legal team. This individual will be instrumental in driving legal strategy across the organization while serving as a trusted partner to senior leadership and business unit leaders. The ideal candidate is a strong generalist with expertise in consumer finance, legal acumen, exceptional writing and analytical skills, and the confidence to lead cross-functional teams through complex legal and business decisions.

How you’ll make an impact:

Legal Strategy & Business Partnership:

Support the Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel in providing strategic legal guidance across the organization. Offer practical legal solutions that align with the company’s goals in a fast-paced, consumer financial environment.

HR & Employment Law Support:

Advise on employment-related matters including performance management, workplace investigations, terminations, internal policy development, and compliance with federal and state labor laws. Act as a legal partner to the HR team in day-to-day and strategic matters.

Vendor & Contract Management:

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts focusing on vendor agreements, technology contracts, and service arrangements. Assist with the development of templates, negotiation standards, and best practices for contract efficiency and risk mitigation.

Consumer Privacy:

Knowledge of domestic (federal and state) and international consumer privacy protections including, but not limited to, GLBA and GDPR. Ensure compliance with privacy laws such as CCPA. Provide legal guidance on privacy matters to teams including product development, marketing, and information security. Support privacy risk mitigation activities.

Intellectual Property:

Inventory, manage, register, and monitor the company’s intellectual property, including trademarks and service marks.

Cross-Functional Legal Support:

Collaborate with teams across the business—including Operations, Finance, Product, and Compliance—to identify and address legal risks, support transactions, and ensure adherence to laws and policies.

Regulatory Experience:

Support project-based legal work, interpret regulations, and help the company stay current with evolving laws. Review and update policies to ensure compliance with consumer financial laws.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Minimum of 8 years of experience post-law school, preferably with 2–3 years in-house legal counsel experience.

Experience in consumer financial services or similar regulated industry.

Experience supporting HR functions and vendor management.

Excellent communication skills, ability to present to senior leaders and boards.

Knowledge of HTML and IronClad is a plus.

Ability to work independently and lead legal projects.

Why Join Us:

Generous paid time off

Competitive medical, dental & vision coverage

401K with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Mental health and wellness resources

Volunteer time

Legal coverage and other benefits

Growth-oriented culture

Snap values diversity and all qualified applicants will be considered. For more details, visit www.snapfinance.com. California Residents, review our CCPA Notice at https://snapfinance.com/ccpa-notice

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