Senior Legal Counsel

AffirmAffirm·Remote(Remote Spain)
Legal & Compliance

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for fintech specialists grows, companies like Affirm are seeking skilled legal counsel to navigate complex regulatory landscapes. With 6+ years of experience in payments, consumer credit, or banking, candidates can stand out in this remote job market. Before applying, consider your ability to work independently and adapt to evolving financial regulations.

Job Description

About the Role

Affirm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their International Product Legal team. The successful candidate will support the servicing and underwriting lifecycle for payments and BNPL loans, including underwriting, servicing, and collections.

Responsibilities

  • Counsel Affirm’s Business teams on relevant consumer financial services laws and regulations
  • Support Affirm’s origination and servicing of loan and payment products
  • Provide strategic advice regarding consumer finance and protection laws
  • Monitor legal and regulatory developments in consumer lending and servicing
  • Draft terms and conditions, disclosures, and review copy

Requirements

  • 6+ years of related business, government, or fintech experience, preferably with a focus on Payments, Consumer Credit, Banking, or BNPL
  • Relevant education, qualified lawyer in Australia

How to Stand Out

  • Develop a strong understanding of consumer financial services laws and regulations to stand out in the application process.
  • Showcase your ability to work independently and learn other jurisdiction regulations and laws.
  • Create a portfolio that highlights your experience in drafting terms and conditions, disclosures, and review copy.
  • Prepare to discuss your approach to identifying and evaluating business and legal risks during the interview process.
  • Be ready to provide examples of your experience in supporting the origination and servicing of loan and payment products.

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