Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel

The Company is seeking an SVP, Associate General Counsel to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be a key leader in the Legal Department, responsible for managing and mentoring a team of attorneys, and providing strategic legal advice to ensure the company's operations are in compliance with all relevant financial services laws. This role involves anticipating and mitigating legal and regulatory risks, leading the legal aspects of new products and services, and managing complex legal matters, including litigation. The ideal candidate will have a JD degree, be licensed to practice law, and have a minimum of 12 years' legal experience, with a strong background in consumer financial services, regulatory compliance, contract review, and litigation. Key responsibilities for the SVP, Associate General Counsel include supervising and mentoring legal staff, advising on legal and regulatory matters, overseeing the legal department's operations, and preparing and negotiating complex legal documents. The role also requires the ability to communicate legal risks and opportunities effectively, manage defensive litigation, and work closely with cross-functional business partners. The candidate should have a proven track record of managing legal compliance in a complex organization, excellent communication skills, and the ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment. Experience in a FinTech, bank, credit union, or similar financial institution, and a background in managing legal teams, are essential for this position.