Sr Corporate Counsel - Consumer Lending
Organising Institution / Firm
Happen Bank
Quick Verified Facts
๐ Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
๐ Mode / Location
San Francisco, CA / Lehi, UT / New York, NY
๐ฐ Stipend / Pay
$137,000 - $220,000 (Base Salary)
๐ Eligibility
J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed in good standing in one or more states; 3-5 years of combined law firm, government, and/or in-house experience; 1-2 years of experience in consumer finance law and regulations.
๐ก๏ธ Category
Jobs
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Happen Bank (formerly LendingClub) is seeking a Sr Corporate Counsel to provide strategic and tactical legal support for its consumer finance operations. The role focuses on unsecured lending, auto loan refinancing, and point-of-sale financing, requiring a candidate who can act as a trusted advisor to business teams in a fast-paced, fintech environment.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Education: J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Licensure: Active license in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
- Experience: 3-5 years of legal experience (law firm, government, or in-house); minimum 1-2 years specifically in consumer finance law.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Proficiency in TILA, ECOA, FCRA, BSA/AML, EFTA, UDAAP, and related federal/state regulations.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Advise on product development, marketing materials, and UX compliance.
- Monitor and analyze federal and state regulatory developments impacting lending and servicing.
- Partner with the Compliance team to manage risk, consumer complaints, and internal/external audits.
- Collaborate on process improvements to ensure consistent application of legal requirements.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Base Salary: $137,000 โ $220,000 per annum, commensurate with experience. The role also includes eligibility for annual bonuses and equity awards.
Mode: Full-time, Hybrid (In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in San Francisco, Lehi, or New York).
Application Procedure
- Visit the official LinkedIn job portal.
- Click the "Apply" button to initiate the application through the Happen Bank/LinkedIn interface.
- Internal candidates must apply via their internal Workday account.
FAQs
- Is remote work an option? No, in-person attendance is essential for this role, and remote placement will not be considered.
- Are interviews recorded? Yes, for select roles, interviews may be recorded and summarized by AI tools; candidates have the right to opt out of this process.
