Counsel

Basic Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree and JD (or international equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of work experience providing legal advice to companies in the financial industry

• Preferred 7+ years of relevant legal experience

• Admitted to bar in good standing or eligible for registered in house counsel in the state where this role is located

• Both prior in-house and law firm experience in the technology sector preferred but not required

• Confident, proactive, independent and can learn on the job

• Exceptional analytical ability and advocacy skills

• Excellent written, oral communication and negotiation skills

• Demonstrated experience working with sales teams and advising product teams, ability to drive execution in a team environment, integrating legal advice and business knowledge while providing balanced advice regarding risks and benefits

• Advanced business acumen, with the ability to understand the company's business interests and anticipate the nature and magnitude of issues that could arise

• Demonstrated ability to understand underlying technical aspects and use cases of software based products and solutions

• Significant experience in financial technology, payments and financial services, data protection, IP, basic privacy, contract and/or commercial law preferred

• Strong people skills with proven ability to build strong working relationships with internal clients and work with cross-functional teams on complex deals

• Practical and proactive problem-solver with the ability to successfully prioritize, calm under fire with a positive and collegial attitude and a sense of humor

• Strong ethical values

• Willingness to work reasonably hard

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 182,300.00 to 237,000.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.