Sr Corporate Counsel
LendingClubCurrent Employees of LendingClub: Please apply via your internal Workday Account
LendingClub (soon to be Happen Bank) is built around a simple purpose: to clear the way to help people turn intention into action, and action into financial progress. That means offering focused products, a frictionless mobile-first experience, and clear terms with no gotchas. Respect and fairness is part of our DNA, and that ideal shapes how we work, how we treat each other, and how we invest in our employees and our community. Join us in using data, bold thinking, and a commitment to innovation to help clear the way for millions of Americans to achieve more.
About the Role
We are looking for a Sr Corporate Counsel to join the team! This role requires high-quality legal analysis and exceptional judgment. You must have strong oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, an ability to anticipate and deliver legal support to satisfy the needs of a dynamic business team, and the flexibility to manage a variety of assignments at a time.What You'll Do
- You will deliver strategic and tactical legal support for all aspects of our activities in the consumer finance industry primarily related to our unsecured lending products, auto loan refinance, and point-of-sale financing across all stages of our members’ experiences
- You will serve as a trusted advisor and partner to business teams, including advising and partnering on the development of new products and services and changes to existing ones, advising on consumer finance and other laws and regulations applicable to our business, issues management, and review of marketing and UX materials
- You will assist in monitoring and analyzing federal, state, and local regulatory developments concerning lending, servicing, and other activities that may impact our bank and engage with our business partners to ensure understanding of the same and operational readiness
- You will partner with our Compliance team to ensure comprehensive risk support, including assisting in the investigation of and response to consumer complaints and the management of internal and external compliance reviews and testing
- You will collaborate with team members to identify issues and improve existing processes and procedures to ensure consistent interpretation and application of legal requirements across the bank
- You will drive and support other matters in support of the bank’s strategic objectives
- You will assist the Legal Department in support of any other assignments that may be delegated to you
About You
- J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed, in good standing, in one or more states to practice law (not necessary to be licensed in the states where the bank has offices)
- You must have at least 3-5 years of combined law firm, government and/or in-house legal department experience, p and at least 1-2years of experience in consumer finance law and regulations with a preference for at least part of this time in-house at a bank, credit union or fintech
- You must have demonstrated experience advising on some or all of the following laws and regulations: TILA/Regulation Z; ECOA/Regulation B; FCRA/Regulation V; BSA/AML; EFTA/Regulation E; TCPA, TSR, CAN-SPAM, and/or state law analogues; FDCPA and/or state law analogues; UDAAP; and GLBA/Regulation P
- You adapt well to a rapidly changing business environment and thrive on innovation and change. You have an eagerness to learn new things and lean into new technology, including Artificial Intellingence tools in the legal space
- You are comfortable in a legal support role that extends beyond delivery of advice to getting involved in the hands-on execution and implementation of legal advice with business partners
- You can manage multiple transactions or tasks, take on new responsibilities, and advise on novel issues
- You have the proven ability to develop collaborative relationships with internal partners and external customers, with comfort interacting with and influencing You have a high level of integrity and are able to have candid conversations with business leaders in support of your position if needed
Work Location
San Francisco, Lehi, or New York
The above locations are eligible offices for this role. The locations have been determined to foster in-person collaboration with this role’s team or the related business lines. We utilize a hybrid work model, and our teams are in-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. In-person attendance is essential for this role’s success, and remote placement will not be considered. LendingClub offers relocation, based on actual job level.
Time Zone Requirements
Local hours (PT, ET)
While the position will primarily work local hours, LendingClub is headquartered in Pacific Time and our ideal candidate will be flexible working across time zones when necessary.
Travel Requirements
As needed travel to LendingClub offices and/or other locations, as needed.
Compensation
The target base salary range for this position is 137,000-170,000. The base salary of the role will be determined by job-related knowledge, experience, education, skills, and location. Base salary is just one part of LendingClub’s Total Rewards package. You may also be eligible for long-term awards (equity) and an annual bonus (which is based on company performance, employee performance and eligible earnings).
We’re creating new financial services solutions for our members based on fairness, simplicity, and heart, and we treat our employees the same way. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans for employees and their families, 401(k) match, health and wellness programs, flexible time off policies for salaried employees, up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and more.
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LendingClub is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We believe that a variety of perspectives will make our teams and business stronger as we work together to transform the traditional banking system.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at interviewaccommodations@lendingclub.com.