Upgrade, Inc.
Product Counsel
role at Upgrade, Inc. About the Role
Upgrade’s growing Legal team is seeking a Product Counsel to provide legal guidance on a variety of financial products offered through Upgrade and related initiatives. You’ll work cross-functionally as we help develop new products and advise on legal risks and regulatory compliance. The legal issues you’ll encounter are cutting edge and always evolving. The successful candidate will be skilled at building strong relationships, working in the unknown while balancing legal risks, and comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. What You’ll Do
Review new products and features from early stages of development through launch, advising on legal risks while providing practical legal advice Work closely with Product, Compliance, Marketing, Engineering, Risk and other teams to help bring new products and features to market while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance Draft consumer facing agreements (loan agreements, TILA disclosures, program terms, etc.) and review marketing collateral Research and spot issues related to consumer protection laws and regulations, commercial agreements, privacy, and other legal requirements Prioritize workload to set goals and meet deadlines in a fluctuating and sometimes ambiguous business environment Own your projects with a can-do attitude and a willingness to jump in where needed – no job is too big or too small – and some may not exactly fit in the four corners of this job description What We Look For
J.D. and Bar membership in good standing 5+ years advising financial institutions/fintech companies as a lawyer at a leading law firm or in-house legal department Experience advising on financial products, in particular consumer loans, deposit accounts and payments; experience with AI a plus Innate curiosity, desire and ability to learn rapidly Resiliency and comfort serving as a trusted business partner Quick adopter of new and evolving technology A team player with a sense of humor and self awareness Nice to have
Big Law and fintech startup experience What We Offer You
Competitive salary and stock option plan 100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible PTO Learning stipend for personal growth and development Paid parental leave Health & wellness initiatives Relocation expenses (if appropriate) The compensation range of this position in San Francisco, CA is USD $190,000 - $230,000 annually plus equity and benefits. Within this range, an individual\'s base pay will be dependent on a variety of factors, including without limitation, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Notice to California-based candidates for employment. This California Candidate Privacy Notice provides information about how Upgrade collects and uses personal information to California applicants. For questions about this notice, contact ccpa@upgrade.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Upgrade does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or any third parties. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Upgrade\'s Talent Acquisition department to submit resumes and only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed agreement. English is required for all positions, as it involves interacting with staff at Upgrade\'s offices worldwide.
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role at Upgrade, Inc. About the Role
Upgrade’s growing Legal team is seeking a Product Counsel to provide legal guidance on a variety of financial products offered through Upgrade and related initiatives. You’ll work cross-functionally as we help develop new products and advise on legal risks and regulatory compliance. The legal issues you’ll encounter are cutting edge and always evolving. The successful candidate will be skilled at building strong relationships, working in the unknown while balancing legal risks, and comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. What You’ll Do
Review new products and features from early stages of development through launch, advising on legal risks while providing practical legal advice Work closely with Product, Compliance, Marketing, Engineering, Risk and other teams to help bring new products and features to market while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance Draft consumer facing agreements (loan agreements, TILA disclosures, program terms, etc.) and review marketing collateral Research and spot issues related to consumer protection laws and regulations, commercial agreements, privacy, and other legal requirements Prioritize workload to set goals and meet deadlines in a fluctuating and sometimes ambiguous business environment Own your projects with a can-do attitude and a willingness to jump in where needed – no job is too big or too small – and some may not exactly fit in the four corners of this job description What We Look For
J.D. and Bar membership in good standing 5+ years advising financial institutions/fintech companies as a lawyer at a leading law firm or in-house legal department Experience advising on financial products, in particular consumer loans, deposit accounts and payments; experience with AI a plus Innate curiosity, desire and ability to learn rapidly Resiliency and comfort serving as a trusted business partner Quick adopter of new and evolving technology A team player with a sense of humor and self awareness Nice to have
Big Law and fintech startup experience What We Offer You
Competitive salary and stock option plan 100% paid coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible PTO Learning stipend for personal growth and development Paid parental leave Health & wellness initiatives Relocation expenses (if appropriate) The compensation range of this position in San Francisco, CA is USD $190,000 - $230,000 annually plus equity and benefits. Within this range, an individual\'s base pay will be dependent on a variety of factors, including without limitation, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Notice to California-based candidates for employment. This California Candidate Privacy Notice provides information about how Upgrade collects and uses personal information to California applicants. For questions about this notice, contact ccpa@upgrade.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Upgrade does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or any third parties. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Upgrade\'s Talent Acquisition department to submit resumes and only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed agreement. English is required for all positions, as it involves interacting with staff at Upgrade\'s offices worldwide.
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