Commercial Counsel (State Licensed)

Job Summary

Leading the legal strategy for critical payments partnerships, the full-time Commercial Counsel (State Licensed) will manage the drafting, negotiation, and execution of complex commercial agreements while collaborating cross-functionally to drive innovative deal structures in a remote-first environment.

Key responsibilities

• Own the drafting, negotiation, and execution of tailored commercial agreements with strategic partners in the payments and fintech sectors
• Deliver practical legal advice that balances risk with business needs and develop scalable commercial playbooks
• Coordinate with various teams to resolve complex legal issues and close deals efficiently

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of transactional legal experience with a JD and an active license in a U.S. state
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating complex agreements with fintechs and financial institutions
• Experience navigating regulated financial services environments and providing actionable commercial guidance
• Ability to manage a high-volume deal pipeline with precision in drafting and risk assessment
• Familiarity with utilizing generative AI responsibly in legal processes