Affirm
Overview
Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest. Affirm is looking for a thoughtful, collaborative, and skilled employment lawyer to join the Employment Legal and Ethics team as Senior Counsel, Ethics and Employment. This dual-hatted role is ideal for an employment attorney who is enthusiastic and comfortable navigating the complexities of both employment law and investigations, with primary responsibility for (1) managing the day-to-day operations of Affirm’s internal ethics program, including conducting ethics investigations, and (2) advising business partners on US employment legal matters generally (unrelated to ethics matters). Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, Employment & Ethics, you will join a small but mighty team and be in a position to drive impact quickly. If you are nimble, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, come join us in our mission to deliver honest financial products that improve lives!
What You'll Do
Ethics — Manage vendor transition and Affirm’s whistleblower hotline and regularly prepare critical reports about hotline activity for different audiences
Conduct Ethics investigations fairly and consistently in a timely and professional manner, including preparing clear reports and delivering findings to internal stakeholders
Oversee and manage Affirm’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, including reviewing, drafting, and adopting policies, managing vendor translation (as needed), and collaborating with cross-functional teams on policy development (e.g., global expansion) and reviews
Develop solutions and apply Affirm’s policies to respond to Ethics inquiries relating to potential conflicts of interest, gifts and entertainment, and other inquiries from employees and job candidates
Build and prepare library of Ethics materials
Launch regular training and communications initiatives, including development of communications content
Employment Legal — Advise on US employment matters unrelated to ethics, including reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, employee performance, separations, payroll tax, and employee benefits
Draft and/or review employment agreements, policies, and internal and external communications
Distill complex legal issues into helpful frameworks or reference guides for cross-functional partners
Collaborate and influence stakeholders through clear oral and written communications
As needed, negotiate and manage pre-litigation matters, administrative claims or audits, and litigation/arbitration, and outside counsel
Monitor legal developments and proactively educate key partners and the Employment Legal team
Flex to proactively engage on special projects, which could include areas outside of main jurisdictions or subject matter expertise
What We Look For
J.D. from an accredited US law school and licensed in good standing to practice law in a US state where Affirm has a stronger presence (e.g., California, New York, Washington, Texas)
Minimum of 3 years of relevant investigations and legal experience at a leading law firm, or combined with in-house experience
Solid knowledge of key US employment laws (e.g., Title VII, ADEA, FCRA in employment context, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EPA, NLRA, and state equivalents)
High level of integrity and personal ethics; client-service oriented with proactive, responsive, adaptable, and team-focused mindset
Ability to develop solutions to complex legal matters while aligning with business objectives
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Curiosity, humor, and interest in using new technologies to drive scalable solutions
(Plus) Association of Workplace Investigations Certificate Holder CH-AWI
Pay Grade - O Equity Grade - 8 Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on a simple, transparent pay structure based on location, experience, and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents).
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $215,000 - $265,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $191,000 - $241,000
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Affirm is remote-first; most roles are remote, with occasional office work as required by responsibilities.
Benefits
Health care coverage — Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
Flexible Spending Wallets — stipends for Technology, Food, Lifestyle needs, and family-forming expenses
Time off — vacation and holiday schedules to rest and recharge
ESPP — Employee stock purchase plan
We’re committed to an inclusive interview experience and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates when needed. By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
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What You'll Do
Ethics — Manage vendor transition and Affirm’s whistleblower hotline and regularly prepare critical reports about hotline activity for different audiences
Conduct Ethics investigations fairly and consistently in a timely and professional manner, including preparing clear reports and delivering findings to internal stakeholders
Oversee and manage Affirm’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, including reviewing, drafting, and adopting policies, managing vendor translation (as needed), and collaborating with cross-functional teams on policy development (e.g., global expansion) and reviews
Develop solutions and apply Affirm’s policies to respond to Ethics inquiries relating to potential conflicts of interest, gifts and entertainment, and other inquiries from employees and job candidates
Build and prepare library of Ethics materials
Launch regular training and communications initiatives, including development of communications content
Employment Legal — Advise on US employment matters unrelated to ethics, including reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, employee performance, separations, payroll tax, and employee benefits
Draft and/or review employment agreements, policies, and internal and external communications
Distill complex legal issues into helpful frameworks or reference guides for cross-functional partners
Collaborate and influence stakeholders through clear oral and written communications
As needed, negotiate and manage pre-litigation matters, administrative claims or audits, and litigation/arbitration, and outside counsel
Monitor legal developments and proactively educate key partners and the Employment Legal team
Flex to proactively engage on special projects, which could include areas outside of main jurisdictions or subject matter expertise
What We Look For
J.D. from an accredited US law school and licensed in good standing to practice law in a US state where Affirm has a stronger presence (e.g., California, New York, Washington, Texas)
Minimum of 3 years of relevant investigations and legal experience at a leading law firm, or combined with in-house experience
Solid knowledge of key US employment laws (e.g., Title VII, ADEA, FCRA in employment context, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EPA, NLRA, and state equivalents)
High level of integrity and personal ethics; client-service oriented with proactive, responsive, adaptable, and team-focused mindset
Ability to develop solutions to complex legal matters while aligning with business objectives
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Curiosity, humor, and interest in using new technologies to drive scalable solutions
(Plus) Association of Workplace Investigations Certificate Holder CH-AWI
Pay Grade - O Equity Grade - 8 Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on a simple, transparent pay structure based on location, experience, and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents).
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $215,000 - $265,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $191,000 - $241,000
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Affirm is remote-first; most roles are remote, with occasional office work as required by responsibilities.
Benefits
Health care coverage — Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
Flexible Spending Wallets — stipends for Technology, Food, Lifestyle needs, and family-forming expenses
Time off — vacation and holiday schedules to rest and recharge
ESPP — Employee stock purchase plan
We’re committed to an inclusive interview experience and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates when needed. By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
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