Fintech & Financial Services Associate Payments

A law firm seeks an associate to join its dynamic and rapidly growing Fintech and Financial Services practice group in New York. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with partners, work on innovative projects, and take an entrepreneurial role in building a cutting-edge practice. The ideal candidate will focus on advising fintech and financial services companies, especially in payments products and services, helping them navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a key role in shaping the future of the fintech industry.

Duties:

• Represent fintech innovators, startups, and founder-led companies in all stages, from pre-formation to capital markets.
• Provide strategic advice on the development of new payment products and platforms, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Draft and review a variety of legal documents, including memos, contracts, risk disclosures, and legal alerts.
• Collaborate with team members and clients to solve complex issues and create customized strategies.
• Participate in business development efforts, helping to grow and strengthen the practice.
• Work closely with partners, receiving mentoring and gaining leadership opportunities within the practice group.
• Engage in client-facing interactions, helping to shape the future of financial services and fintech innovation.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and industry developments to provide the most effective legal solutions.

Requirements:

• 1 to 3 years of experience, particularly in the payments sector, banking, or financial services law.
• Strong interest and experience in the fintech industry, particularly in payment products/services.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to address complex legal challenges while adhering to regulations.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to simplify and present complex legal concepts.
• Eagerness to take on responsibility and contribute to building a growing practice.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, with the flexibility to meet in the office as needed.
• Strong work ethic, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the state bar where the candidate is applying, in good standing.

Skills:

• Exceptional writing, research, and drafting skills, especially in legal contexts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on practical solutions.
• Experience with fintech, payments, and banking-related matters is essential.
• Ability to manage client relationships and handle complex legal issues with professionalism.
• Solid knowledge of regulatory frameworks affecting financial services and fintech companies.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid, fast-paced environment with changing demands.
• Strong communication skills for both internal collaboration and client interactions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growing and developing a practice.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements and 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
• Family-building assistance, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing services.
• Paid parental leave, along with comprehensive parenting support services and resources.
• Backup childcare options, both in-home and center-based.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with firm contributions and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm matching contributions.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Life insurance, short and long-term disability, and voluntary long-term care insurance.
• Voluntary critical illness, hospitalization, and accident insurance.
• Voluntary ID theft protection, pet insurance, and Medicare consulting services.
• Firm-paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE), bar review fees, and bar dues.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a fintech-focused associate to shape the future of an emerging practice in a growing, collaborative environment. If you’re looking to play a key role in the next generation of fintech and financial services law, this role offers the perfect platform to do so.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.