Legal Counsel, Betterment

• You are an outstanding attorney looking to join a category-creating company that is making investing smarter, easier, and more accessible for everyone
• You are a problem solver with excellent legal judgment and outstanding attention to detail
• You are mission-driven, business-oriented, independent, and quick to learn
• You can communicate clearly and persuasively to a wide variety of audiences
• You can thrive in a dynamic, technology-driven environment and are comfortable taking action in the face of ambiguity
• You are eager to make an impact and are always seeking new and improved ways of doing things
• You are adept at managing competing priorities and thrive building processes to standardize recurring tasks
• A JD, admission to a state bar, and at least 4 years of relevant transactional experience (in-house or firm)
• A passion for closing deals
• A bias toward action and solving problems, not just issue spotting
• The ability to take ownership over your work and manage projects independently
• Excellent writing ability
• Comfort navigating complexity and creating simplicity where possible
• An adaptable mindset and innate curiosity
• Passion for Betterment’s product and mission

Desirable

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide variety of commercial agreements
• Provide legal support for a variety of corporate transactions through all stages of the transaction lifecycle, including M&A, securities and technology transactions
• Advise on a broad range of commercial legal issues and strategic decisions
• Partner with business teams on the development and execution of new and existing products, initiatives, and lines of business
• Assist in managing corporate matters, including board/shareholder matters and equity plan administration
• Work cross-functionally to identify, investigate and manage risks across the business
• Build and improve our standard form agreements and legal processes
• Help to resolve and avoid potential disputes
• Work closely with product, engineering, and our lines of business to navigate regulatory and compliance requirements, operational issues, and related matters
• Analyze and provide guidance to the company on evolving rules, regulations, and trends impacting the financial services industry
• Collaborate with outside counsel when necessary