Corporate Counsel

This is a remote-friendly role. Ideally, candidates will sit in the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, LA, MA, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OR, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI.

About the Job

Tapcheck's Legal team is small, sophisticated, and growing - right now, it's the General Counsel and you. As Corporate Counsel, you'll get a rare opportunity: real ownership across the full range of legal work at a fast-growing fintech, starting day one.

We're opening this role because Tapcheck is scaling, and the legal needs are scaling with it - more contracts, new product lines, and a widening set of regulatory considerations that touch nearly every corner of the business. You'll partner directly with Sales, Product, Finance, Support, and Operations, and you'll report to the General Counsel, who will invest in your growth as you build your practice and your judgment.

This is a generalist in-house role by design. You'll handle commercial contracting, compliance, vendor and partner agreements, product counseling, employment matters, and the variety that comes with a fast-moving business. If you want breadth, autonomy, and a seat close to the business, this is it.

What You'll Do

Commercial Contracting

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, partner agreements, and NDAs

• Build and maintain contract templates and playbooks that let the business move faster with less risk

• Partner directly with Sales, Partnerships, and Procurement to close deals efficiently without compromising Tapcheck's positions

Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Advise on regulatory questions that arise as Tapcheck expands its product lines and enters new markets

• Help mature Tapcheck's multi-state regulatory compliance program as the business scales

• Facilitate and help manage relationships with examiners and regulators across the states where Tapcheck operates

• Support the development and upkeep of compliance policies, processes, and training as the business grows

• Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and flag issues that could affect Tapcheck's products or operations

General Corporate & Legal Support

• Provide practical, business-minded legal counsel across a broad range of matters as they arise - this role is built for variety, not a narrow lane

• Assist with employment law matters as they come up, partnering with People/HR and outside counsel as needed

• Support corporate governance matters

• Manage outside counsel at top-tier national law firms that currently support Tapcheck's growth

• Help build the internal processes, templates, and know-how that let a two-person Legal team support a fast-growing company

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as a trusted, responsive legal partner to teams across the business, including Product, Engineering, Sales, Support, and Finance

• Translate legal risk into clear, practical guidance that helps teams move forward with confidence

• Work closely with the General Counsel on the matters that need it, while owning your own docket day-to-day

What You've Done

Required

• Practiced law for 5-7 years, in a law firm, in-house, or a combination of both

• Admitted to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• Advised high-growth technology or SaaS companies on commercial and corporate legal matters

• Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated a broad range of commercial contracts, including MSAs, SOWs, vendor, and partner agreements

• Operated independently, managing a varied legal docket with sound judgment and minimal day-to-day oversight

• Partnered directly with business stakeholders across functions, translating legal risk into practical, actionable guidance

Preferred

• Advised a fintech or payments company on regulatory, compliance, or product matters

• Worked within a B2B2C business model

• Served as Product Counsel or in a similar role, advising directly on product design and go-to-market

At this time, Tapcheck does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas (e.g., H-1B, L-1, TN, etc.). Therefore, candidates must already possess the right to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

About Tapcheck

Tapcheck is a digital platform offering an easy and convenient way to access on-demand earnings early. Available at no cost to employers, our app-based on-demand pay solution helps relieve the financial stress that many employees experience on a daily basis.

The Tapcheck team is passionate about our mission to improve financial wellness and boost business productivity. By giving workers the ability to transfer wages they've earned directly to their bank account or pay card without waiting for payday, Tapcheck eliminates the need for high-interest payday loans or employer-funded cash advances.

How We Get Things Done

Our core values act as a steadfast guide, directing our decisions and anchoring our actions. We consider these values non-negotiable, especially when it comes to our hiring process.

• Humility: We believe in the power of humility. We value team players who are down-to-earth, respectful, and open to learning from others. Our employees approach challenges with a positive attitude, acknowledging their strengths and weaknesses while celebrating the achievements of their colleagues.

• Grit: We admire individuals with grit - those who demonstrate unwavering determination and resilience in the face of obstacles. At Tapcheck, we take pride in overcoming challenges together, pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and embracing failure as an opportunity for growth.

• Raising the Bar: Continuous improvement is at the heart of our culture. We are committed to setting high standards and pushing ourselves to exceed them. We seek employees who are innovative and strive for excellence, constantly seeking ways to enhance our products, services, and processes.

• Striving for Growth: We foster an environment that encourages personal and professional development. Our employees are driven to learn, grow, and adapt to new circumstances. We support individuals who take initiative, seek out new challenges, and actively contribute to their own growth and the growth of the company.

Why Join Tapcheck?

• Mission that matters. We're changing how Americans access their pay - giving workers financial flexibility without the debt trap of payday loans.

• Flexible PTO. No accrual caps, no counting days. Take the time you need.

• 10 paid holidays. Including both Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

• Comprehensive health coverage. Medical through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (PPO and HDHP options, HSA-eligible with employer contribution), plus dental and vision through MetLife.

• FSA, Basic Life/AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 3% of your salary, through Mutual of America. Eligible after 90 days.

• A team that lives its values. Humility, grit, and a genuine drive to raise the bar - every day.

Compensation

Compensation at Tapcheck is competitive and benchmarked to your role and the market. We're committed to a total rewards package that reflects your impact. Full details are shared as part of our hiring process.

Tapcheck, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.