Counsel II, Vendor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee the negotiation, drafting, and execution of vendor agreements, which include marketing technology, technology services, cloud services, SaaS, data platforms, contractor engagements, creative services, leases, and payment processing arrangements.

• Handle a substantial volume of deals with efficiency and sound judgment.

• Create, implement, and continuously enhance playbooks, contract templates, negotiation guides, and other initiatives focused on improving efficiency.

• Recognize friction points and develop solutions that decrease cycle time without compromising quality.

• Collaborate with teams including Procurement, Financial Partnerships, Engineering, Product, Finance, Information Security, Privacy, and others to offer practical guidance.

• Act as a proactive, strategic business partner to stakeholders throughout the organization.

• Create and deliver training and resources that empower business partners to independently address routine commercial legal issues.

• Assist in rebuilding the Vendor Legal team from the ground up.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant transactional experience either in-house at a technology company or within a technology practice group at a prestigious law firm.

• Outstanding drafting abilities.

• Experience in marketing technology, adtech, fintech, payments, or financial services.

• Background in supporting global or multi-jurisdictional transactions (e.g., Canada, US, UK/EU, Australia).

• Strong understanding of data protection and privacy laws such as CCPA, GDPR, APPs, PIPEDA, and GLBA.

• Demonstrated capability to manage a high volume of deals while ensuring quality, consistency, and meticulous attention to detail.

• Proven history of developing or enhancing legal processes, playbooks, templates, or other operational tools in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal and commercial concepts into straightforward language.

• Collaborative approach and experience in guiding cross-functional teams towards effective, mutually beneficial outcomes.

• Intellectual curiosity and innovative problem-solving skills.

• Proactive self-starter attitude with a preference for action.

• Strong judgment and the ability to make timely, business-focused decisions in uncertain situations.

• Humility, integrity, and a good sense of humor.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Dental and vision insurance for employees and their dependents.

• Monthly stipends for technology setup.

• Monthly stipends for health and wellness options.

• Flexible time off policy.

• Generous holiday schedules.

• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) allowing the purchase of Affirm stock at a discounted rate.

• Remote-first work flexibility within the country of employment.

• In-person onboarding experience for all new employees.

• Inclusive interview process with accommodations available for candidates with disabilities.