Sr. Director, Legal Counsel

We’re looking for talented professionals to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone’s fingertips.

This position is classified as structured hybrid, with an expectation of a minimum of three (3) days per week working in the office and flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days. On-site expectations may evolve over time to support business needs, with clear communication provided in advance.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Location Requirement

This position is open only to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved locations:

New York, NY; Blue Ash or Cincinnati, OH; or Los Angeles, CA

Job Summary 

You will assume responsibility as counsel for several of our business teams. You will be responsible for assisting with data privacy laws, rules, and regs plus the negotiation, drafting and management of all agreements relating to these lines of the business. This role requires the legal skills, business acumen, and experience necessary to drive successful legal and business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities 

• Drafting, reviewing and leading negotiations on a high volume of contracts daily, including third party vendor agreements, partnership agreements, marketing agreements and other commercial agreements

• Interfacing and collaborating with the legal department and other internal departments to provide legal advice on new initiatives

• Special projects and other matters as needed to assist the legal department

• Working with external counsel wherever appropriate

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of legal experience

• Fintech payments industry experience

• JD degree

• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements

• Admission to at least one US state bar

• Basic understanding of privacy laws, rules, and regs

**Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship**
**Ability to meet the location requirement outlined above**

POSITION TYPE

PAY RANGE

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We’re Here to Support You—Accommodations Upon Request

Green Dot is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a way that respects your privacy and ensures equal opportunity. Our goal is to support every applicant in showcasing their talents and potential.

Work Authorization Requirement
At Green Dot Corporation, we value diversity and strive for fair and inclusive hiring practices. However, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Important Notice on Application Accuracy
We value integrity in our hiring process. Please ensure that all information provided in your resume and application is accurate and authentic. Submissions found to be fraudulent or misleading will result in disqualification from consideration, and any offers extended may be rescinded.