What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant General Counsel position at Larson Maddox?
A publicly traded FinTech company headquartered in Atlanta, GA is seeking a skilled and driven legal professional with 5-10 years of experience to join its legal team as Assistant General Counsel. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact legal work across consumer financial products, banking regulations, corporate transactions, and compliance matters. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in financial services law, excels in cross-functional collaboration, and demonstrates a proactive, business-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Stay informed about banking regulations, laws, and industry standards
- Draft and review related legal agreements on existing and new financial products
- Advise internal stakeholders on relevant legal matters relating to the company's financial products
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, technology, marketing) to support the launch of new financial products
- Collaborate with outside counsel on litigation matters when necessary
- Work with a team of attorneys
- Conduct due diligence on potential M&A activity
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing.
- 5-10 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in banking or financial services.
- Deep understanding of banking regulations and compliance frameworks.
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple priorities.