Associate General Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the main legal advisor for the complete homeowner origination lifecycle, covering marketing, application, underwriting support, closing, document recording, and servicing.

• Provide counsel on federal and state regulatory compliance concerning home equity investment and consumer finance products.

• Convert regulatory requirements into actionable business guidance.

• Oversee consumer finance compliance issues, including UDAAP, fair lending, and associated consumer protection responsibilities.

• Review and approve product, marketing, and advertising materials.

• Draft, negotiate, and manage agreements related to vendors, title, and escrow.

• Offer advice on compliance with privacy and data security regulations, including GLBA and CCPA obligations.

• Handle litigation, consumer complaints, and disputes while coordinating with outside counsel as necessary.

• Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes impacting home equity investments and residential real estate finance.

• Modify policies, forms, and processes in response to legal and regulatory changes.

• Collaborate with origination, operations, marketing, and product teams to support growth while mitigating legal and regulatory risks.

• Report directly to the General Counsel.

• Assist in developing the legal framework for a growing home equity investment originator; the position may evolve to include team leadership over time.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7+ years of legal experience, ideally combining law firm, regulatory agency, and/or in-house roles at a loan originator or similar consumer finance organization.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

• Active bar membership in good standing in a US state.

• Strong understanding of consumer finance and residential mortgage products, or closely related regulated financial offerings.

• Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks governing consumer finance and residential mortgage products.

• Practical knowledge of consumer protection regulations, including UDAAP and fair lending principles.

• Experience in advising on privacy and data security compliance, including GLBA and CCPA is preferred.

• Background in drafting and negotiating vendor, title, escrow, or other transaction-related agreements.

• Experience in managing litigation, consumer complaints, or disputes is preferred.

• Strong business-oriented judgment and the ability to provide clear, actionable advice under pressure.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; capable of explaining legal risks in simple terms to non-lawyers.

• Eagerness to engage in a dynamic early-stage startup environment.

• Flexibility, resilience, sense of humor, and a positive attitude.

• Collaborative mindset prioritizing teamwork, inclusivity, and support for colleagues.

🏝️ Benefits

• OneTeam Culture that emphasizes transparency, innovation, inclusivity, recognition, and team support.

• Robust technology stack.

• Access to any WeWork location.

• Monthly stipend for cell and internet expenses.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees and their families, available from the first day of employment.

• Generous flexible paid time off (PTO).

• Parental leave policy.