LocationSan Francisco, CA, San Francisco, California
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentLegal
EquityIncluded
Company size1+ people
First seen1mo ago
Last seen1h ago
About the role
About the Role: Pump is seeking our first In-House Counsel to own legal matters across the company, with a particular focus on alternative dispute resolution. This is a hands-on role for someone with a litigation background who is excited to apply their skills in a startup environment in San Francisco. You’ll work closely with our founders and operations team to manage risk, resolve disputes efficiently, and build the legal function from the ground up.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
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Act as in-house counsel for a fast-growing startup advising on recurring legal needs
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Manage and resolve business disputes and provide practical business guidance
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Handle arbitration proceedings and other ADR processes from intake through resolution
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Evaluate litigation risk and make sound judgments on the best course of action on a case-by-case basis
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Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements for vendors, partners, and customers
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Advise leadership on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to payment
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Manage outside counsel relationships and support corporate governance measures
Required Qualifications:
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JD and active admission to the California Bar
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3-8 years of experience as a practicing attorney
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Prior litigation experience, either outside or in-house, including hands-on work on arbitration and other ADR proceedings
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Direct experience with dispute resolution involving payments, collections, or related financial matters
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Working knowledge of Delaware corporate law
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Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
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Comfort operating independently and in-person in a fast-moving startup environment
Nice-to-Haves:
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In-house experience at an early-stage startup
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Prior experience building legal processes from start to finish
Benefits:
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Comprehensive healthcare and dental coverage for you
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401(k) plan
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Generous PTO: 13 accrued days, plus company shutdown December 24—January 1st
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Free lunch & dinner at the office
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Annual company-paid retreats
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Developmental bonuses: support for professional development opportunities tied to cloud and related fields
Compensation is commensurate with experience. In addition to base salary, this position includes equity.