Junior or Mid-Level CORP Fintech Associate Attorney

Job Title: Junior or Mid-Level Corporate Fintech Associate Attorney

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Overview: A prominent law firm is looking to add a junior or mid-level Corporate Associate (3rd or 4th year) to its highly ranked Global Fintech and Payment Systems practice in San Francisco. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge financial services, helping clients develop innovative products, negotiate commercial agreements, and navigate financial services licensing and enforcement matters. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and skilled in legal research and writing, with a solid understanding of financial services regulations, particularly in the Fintech or Banking sectors.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on financial services and payment systems, advising clients on regulatory matters.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial agreements related to financial products and services.
• Assist clients in navigating financial services licensing requirements and compliance issues.
• Support enforcement-related legal matters, ensuring clients are in line with applicable financial regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advise on complex regulatory challenges.
• Conduct legal research and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Draft and refine legal documents, including memoranda, briefs, and policy recommendations.

Requirements:

• 3-4 years of experience in Corporate Law, with a focus on Fintech, Financial Services, or Banking.
• Practical experience with financial services regulatory matters.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting complex agreements related to consumer finance, payments, and financial products.
• Familiarity with consumer protection laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the state of California.

Skills:

• Expertise in financial services regulations and compliance.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues and advise clients effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and documentation management.

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Lauded as an excellent firm for which to work, this firm has been cited as a top firm for minority and diversity hiring. In the same vein, the firm is praised for its open culture and the wonderful individuals who make it up. Throughout its history, the firm has featured excellent real estate, business, litigation, tax, and employment practices, with the latter being an especially strong suit. With its origins in Los Angeles, the firm has offices across the world and industry-leading clients from over 80 countries, but has not lost its open and friendly culture.