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In-House Counsel

$150k - $200k

Pump

In-House Counsel

San Francisco, California

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 :

  • Act as in-house counsel for a fast-growing startup advising on recurring legal needs
  • Manage and resolve business disputes and provide practical business guidance
  • Handle arbitration proceedings and other ADR processes from intake through resolution
  • Evaluate litigation risk and make sound judgments on the best course of action on a case-by-case basis
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements for vendors, partners, and customers
  • Advise leadership on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to payment
  • Manage outside counsel relationships and support corporate governance measures

Required Qualifications :

  • JD and active admission to the California Bar
  • 3-8 years of experience as a practicing attorney
  • Prior litigation experience, either outside or in-house, including hands-on work on arbitration and other ADR proceedings
  • Direct experience with dispute resolution involving payments, collections, or related financial matters
  • Working knowledge of Delaware corporate law
  • Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Comfort operating independently and in-person in a fast-moving startup environment

Nice-to-Haves :

  • In-house experience at an early-stage startup
  • Prior experience building legal processes from start to finish

Benefits :

  • Comprehensive healthcare and dental coverage for you
  • 401(k) plan
  • Generous PTO: 13 accrued days, plus company shutdown December 24—January 1st
  • Free lunch & dinner at the office
  • Annual company-paid retreats
  • 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.

$150,000 - $200,000 USD

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