Corporate Governance and Financial Counsel at Plaid · LumiJobs

Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Board Support: Support the company’s corporate governance framework and Board of Directors activities, including preparing board and committee meeting materials (resolutions, minutes, written consents) and maintaining corporate records and filings to ensure the company remains in good standing. This involves organizing documentation for board meetings and implementing governance practices appropriate for a late-stage private company.
Assist in preparing for a potential initial public offering and collaborate with internal teams and external counsel. Ensure the company complies with applicable securities laws and SEC regulations, and help establish the necessary corporate governance structures and internal controls required for a public company.
Following a potential IPO, assist in preparation and review of periodic filings with the SEC, compliance with SEC and exchange rules and regulations and quarterly earnings materials.
Corporate Transactions Support: Provide legal support for any strategic corporate transactions and financing events. Assist with due diligence efforts, support drafting of transaction documents, and coordination of deal closings under the guidance of senior counsel.
Subsidiary & Entity Management: Help manage the company’s subsidiaries and affiliated entities. This includes coordinating the formation of new entities or dissolution of inactive ones (both in the U.S. and internationally) and supporting any changes in corporate structure.
Regulatory Compliance & Policy Development: Monitor evolving laws and regulations in corporate and securities law (including SEC rules and stock exchange governance standards) and advise the legal team on any changes that could impact the company. Develop, implement, and maintain currency of internal corporate policies and corporate governance programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g. Finance, HR/People, Stock Administration, and Compliance) to address ongoing legal needs and support company-wide initiatives
Special Projects & Other Legal Support: Take on special projects and ad hoc legal tasks as needed, reflecting the dynamic needs of a growing tech company.

Qualification

Strong interest in fintechJD degree requiredUS Bar admission in at least one stateHumble

Required

4+ years of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house counsel
Strong interest in fintech
JD degree required
US Bar admission in at least one state
Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills and excellent legal and business judgment.
Experience working with senior management and ability to work well with various teams in a fast-paced environment.
Comfortable with a daily high volume of tasks and projects, and can quickly shift priorities as needed.
Humble, proactive, resourceful, highly organized, with great attention to detail and a strong ability to execute and flexibility to handle a variety of projects.
Our mission at Plaid is to unlock financial freedom for everyone. To support that mission, we seek to build a diverse team of driven individuals who care deeply about making the financial ecosystem more equitable. We recognize that strong qualifications can come from both prior work experiences and lived experiences. We encourage you to apply to a role even if your experience doesn't fully match the job description. We are always looking for team members that will bring something unique to Plaid!
Plaid is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion or religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, military or veteran status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Plaid is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance with your application or interviews due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations@plaid.com.
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Additional compensation in the form(s) of equity and/or commission are dependent on the position offered. Plaid provides a comprehensive benefit plan, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Pay is based on factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and skillset, and location. Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

Corporate Governance and Financial Counsel

Responsibilities

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Company

Plaid

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