Associate Counsel, Reach Financial
$115k
+ Bonus
Digital banking and lending platform
Be an early applicant
Digital banking and lending platform
21-100 employees
Be an early applicant
$115k
+ Bonus
21-100 employees
Company mission
Reach's mission is to help people outsmart debt for good
Role
Who you are
- Reach Financial is seeking a highly motivated Associate Counsel with at least 3 years of experience, ideally in a law firm setting
- The ideal candidate has strong litigation skills—preferably in consumer arbitrations—and is eager to transition to an in-house legal role supporting a fast-paced financial services company
- J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 3 years of legal experience, preferably with a litigation or arbitration background
- Strong research, writing, and computer skills are a must
- Familiarity with consumer finance or fintech preferred
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities
- A collaborative mindset and interest in learning the business side of legal practice
- Ready to hit the ground running
What the job involves
- Support internal and external counsel in managing litigation and arbitration matters, with a focus on consumer claims
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, correspondence, motion-level documents, and appear at arbitration evidentiary hearings
- Review and negotiate commercial agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts
- Assist with regulatory compliance matters, including state licensing, consumer protection laws, and advertising review
- Interpret federal and state statutes, including CROA, TILA, TCPA, FDCPA, FCRA, and UDAP laws
- Monitor legal developments and assist in updating company policies and procedures accordingly
- Participate in internal investigations, audit responses, and risk assessments
- Collaborate with business teams on product design, customer communications, and operational issues
Our take
Around 20% of U.S. venture capital poured into FinTech in 2021. Ripe for disruption, financial services like lending are also incredibly lucrative businesses. Reach Financial is part of a cohort of startups trying to reshape the lending experience for consumers in the U.S.
While many technology companies have attempted to go after this vertical, few have done so with the poise of Reach. Others have pursued flashy product features and feel-good branding. Instead, Reach has steadily built up a reputation for offering a practical, modern lending service distinguished for its customer service.
The startup also differentiates itself by its proprietary method for underwriting good borrowers based on signals that go well beyond credit scores. A major part of its focus will be refining its combination of artificial intelligence and machine learning to approve applicants whom other lenders may overlook.
Performing as a lender is becoming increasingly difficult in the current economic climate. Strong capabilities as an underwriter combined with a stellar reputation among borrowers should see Reach fare better than most venture-backed fintechs in this cycle.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company benefits
- Time-off | Our generous vacation day policy provides 3-6 weeks depending on your time with us. Additionally, we provide 1 paid day to volunteer at the non-profit of your choice!
- Health insurance | Our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans ensure that our team members and their families are protected and supported
- Life insurance | We are happy to cover up to $250,000 in life insurance benefits for every team member
- Learning & development | Monthly lunch-and-learns, quarterly financial wellness webinars and online training courses are just some of the ways we help you grow and recognize growth in each other
- Flexible geography | We are flexible on where our team members live, with a commitment to virtual workplace interaction, collaboration, and engagement
- Parental leave | We offer 12 weeks of paid parental leave to give new parents the time they need and deserve to bond with their new family members
- 401k savings | Our 401k plan that includes a company match that lets you save tax-free for retirement
- Team Events | We provide regular opportunities to gather as a community, both virtually and safely in-person — whether it’s Pride Month, the Summer Step Challenge, or our end-of-the-year holiday party, we are here to celebrate what makes us unique!
Company HQ
Financial District, New York, NY
Leadership
Daniel Tilipman
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously President and Co-founder of National Debt Relief.
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