California Licensed Associate General Counsel

Job Summary

Seeking a California Licensed Associate General Counsel in a full-time hybrid role, the successful candidate will provide legal advice and compliance leadership, guiding the development and operation of the compliance program while managing day-to-day legal matters and collaborating with various teams to ensure regulatory adherence.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on legal and regulatory issues affecting consumer lending, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, and support product development with legal requirements
• Design and implement the company-wide compliance management system, overseeing compliance activities related to consumer protection, lending, and privacy
• Monitor legal developments, manage compliance training, and prepare reports for the General Counsel and Board of Directors on compliance performance and risks

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar
• Minimum of five years of relevant legal and compliance experience, with knowledge of corporate laws and transactions preferred
• Experience building and managing operational compliance programs, with strong knowledge of consumer financial protection requirements
• Familiarity with BSA/AML, KYC, state privacy laws, and experience in drafting contracts and consumer agreements
• Ability to communicate complex legal requirements clearly and manage competing priorities effectively