tapcheck - Corporate Counsel
Requirements
• Practiced law for 5–7 years, in a law firm, in-house, or a combination of both • Admitted to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction • Advised high-growth technology or SaaS companies on commercial and corporate legal matters • Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated a broad range of commercial contracts, including MSAs, SOWs, vendor, and partner agreements • Operated independently, managing a varied legal docket with sound judgment and minimal day-to-day oversight • Partnered directly with business stakeholders across functions, translating legal risk into practical, actionable guidance • Advised a fintech or payments company on regulatory, compliance, or product matters • Worked within a B2B2C business model • Served as Product Counsel or in a similar role, advising directly on product design and go-to-market • At this time, Tapcheck does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas (e.g., H-1B, L-1, TN, etc.). Therefore, candidates must already possess the right to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities
• Commercial Contracting • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, partner agreements, and NDAs • Build and maintain contract templates and playbooks that let the business move faster with less risk • Partner directly with Sales, Partnerships, and Procurement to close deals efficiently without compromising Tapcheck's positions • Compliance & Regulatory Support • Advise on regulatory questions that arise as Tapcheck expands its product lines and enters new markets • Help mature Tapcheck's multi-state regulatory compliance program as the business scales • Facilitate and help manage relationships with examiners and regulators across the states where Tapcheck operates • Support the development and upkeep of compliance policies, processes, and training as the business grows • Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and flag issues that could affect Tapcheck's products or operations • General Corporate & Legal Support • Provide practical, business-minded legal counsel across a broad range of matters as they arise — this role is built for variety, not a narrow lane • Assist with employment law matters as they come up, partnering with People/HR and outside counsel as needed • Support corporate governance matters • Manage outside counsel at top-tier national law firms that currently support Tapcheck's growth • Help build the internal processes, templates, and know-how that let a two-person Legal team support a fast-growing company • Cross-Functional Partnership • Serve as a trusted, responsive legal partner to teams across the business, including Product, Engineering, Sales, Support, and Finance • Translate legal risk into clear, practical guidance that helps teams move forward with confidence • Work closely with the General Counsel on the matters that need it, while owning your own docket day-to-day • What You've Done
Benefits
• Mission that matters. We're changing how Americans access their pay — giving workers financial flexibility without the debt trap of payday loans. • Flexible PTO. No accrual caps, no counting days. Take the time you need. • 10 paid holidays. Including both Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. • Comprehensive health coverage. Medical through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (PPO and HDHP options, HSA-eligible with employer contribution), plus dental and vision through MetLife. • FSA, Basic Life/AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). • 401(k) with a 100% match up to 3% of your salary, through Mutual of America. Eligible after 90 days. • A team that lives its values. Humility, grit, and a genuine drive to raise the bar — every day. • Compensation at Tapcheck is competitive and benchmarked to your role and the market. We're committed to a total rewards package that reflects your impact. Full details are shared as part of our hiring process.
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