About Upgrade
Responsible credit solutions for everyday consumers
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in San Francisco, CA
- Raised $712 million in Series F funding
- Over 1,001 employees dedicated to fintech innovation
- Offers personal loans and credit cards with fixed payments
Upgrade is a fintech company headquartered in the Financial District of San Francisco, CA, specializing in responsible credit solutions for mainstream consumers. With over 1,001 employees, Upgrade offers personal loans and credit cards featuring a fixed installment structure, ensuring borrowers pay ...
π Benefits
Upgrade provides a stock option plan, 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible PTO, paid parental leave, and health & wellness initia...
π Culture
Upgrade's unique culture centers around promoting responsible borrowing by encouraging customers to pay down their debt through fixed payments. This c...
Overview
Upgrade is hiring a Product Counsel to provide legal guidance on financial products and regulatory compliance. You'll work cross-functionally to develop new products while managing legal risks. This role requires strong relationship-building skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in legal counsel, particularly in the financial sector, and are skilled at navigating complex regulatory environments. Your ability to build strong relationships across teams is essential as you collaborate with product development and compliance teams to ensure legal adherence. You thrive in situations where you must balance legal risks with innovative product development, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving.
You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where legal issues are constantly evolving. Your experience allows you to provide sound legal advice while remaining adaptable to the changing landscape of financial products. You understand the importance of clear communication and are adept at translating complex legal concepts into actionable insights for non-legal stakeholders.
What you'll do
As a Product Counsel at Upgrade, you will provide legal guidance on a variety of financial products, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop new products, advising on potential legal risks and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Your role will involve reviewing product documentation, drafting legal agreements, and conducting legal research to support product initiatives.
You will also be responsible for staying updated on legal developments in the financial sector, ensuring that the company remains compliant with changing regulations. Your insights will help shape product strategies and mitigate legal risks, contributing to the overall success of Upgrade's mission to improve customers' financial well-being.
What we offer
Upgrade offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, recognized as one of the Worldβs Top Fintech Companies. You will be part of a team that values innovation and is dedicated to building better financial products for millions of customers. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe diverse perspectives enhance our team dynamics.
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