Product Counsel, Data Products

About the Role

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about Stripe's mission of helping businesses grow and thrive. You will work closely with teams across Stripe, including engineering, partnerships, privacy, and security teams, to deliver pragmatic and actionable legal advice on a range of issues related to the product development lifecycle.

What You Will Do

• Counsel the global product team on issues related to data protection, consumer protection, and product development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver pragmatic and actionable legal advice on product development lifecycle
• Draft, review, and update internal and external-facing foundational terms and documents for Stripe's products and services
• Stay up-to-date on laws and regulations dealing with consumer financial data access and analyze laws, regulatory updates, and industry trends to proactively advise clients of potential product impacts
• Participate as a proactive business partner to the product team and build a trusted advisor relationship offering key legal and strategic business input in evolving Stripe and its product roadmap and strategy
• Provide legal support for product launches and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Develop and maintain relationships with external counsel and other stakeholders as necessary
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with product development and launch
• Collaborate with the privacy and security teams to ensure compliance with data protection regulations

What We Are Looking For

• 6+ years of demonstrated experience as a qualified lawyer in a top law firm or in-house legal team working with technology companies
• Proficiency in, and passion for, working with technology and ability to understand complex operational and business models as well as multiple product use cases quickly
• Experience with data protection, consumer protection, and product development laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex legal and technical issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in Excel and other productivity tools

Nice to Have

• Experience working with cloud-based API service providers
• Knowledge of financial services laws and regulations
• Familiarity with Stripe's products and services
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible PTO and vacation policy
• Remote work stipend and laptop provision
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Access to a wide range of internal and external training programs
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

• Be prepared to demonstrate your expertise in data protection, consumer protection, and product development, as well as your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Highlight your experience working with technology companies, particularly in the financial services or payments industry.
• Emphasize your strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex legal and technical issues.
• Showcase your proficiency in Excel and other productivity tools, as well as your ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Research Stripe's products and services, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's mission and goals.
• Prepare examples of your experience working on complex legal and technical projects, and be prepared to discuss your approach to problem-solving and collaboration.