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In-House Counsel

$182k - $260k

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company

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ABOUT THE TEAM
As the Client's first In-House Counsel, you'll be a strategic partner to the business, owning and building the legal function from the ground up. You'll work directly with the founders and leadership team on matters ranging from commercial contracts and regulatory compliance to data privacy and corporate governance. This is a high-ownership, high-impact role within a company operating at the intersection of AI and financial services—an area where the legal and regulatory landscape is evolving rapidly and where sound legal guidance is critical.

About the Role
The Client is experiencing significant growth, operating in a highly regulated industry, and closing complex agreements with some of the largest financial institutions in the country. They are seeking an attorney who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and serve as a true business partner, helping drive the organization forward while effectively managing risk. As the first in-house counsel, you will oversee the full legal function from day one. Responsibilities include commercial contracting, enterprise sales support, regulatory and compliance guidance, privacy and AI governance, employment matters, and board-level corporate governance. You will be embedded within the business, providing practical, business-focused legal advice that enables growth rather than creating unnecessary obstacles. In addition, you will build and scale the legal infrastructure needed to support the company's continued expansion, including contract templates, policies, governance frameworks, playbooks, and operational processes. This role offers exposure to a wide range of complex and evolving legal areas, including fintech regulation, AI governance, data privacy, KYB/AML compliance, equity financing, and enterprise SaaS contracting. The Client values individuals who can operate with urgency, maintain high standards, and are excited by the opportunity to build and shape a legal function within a high-growth organization.


WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Own and manage all commercial contracting, including customer agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, and partnership arrangements with financial institutions
  • Manage and administer Juro (CLM), including building and maintaining contract templates, automating CLM workflows, and ensuring the contracting process runs efficiently across the business
  • Support enterprise sales cycles by reviewing, negotiating, and closing complex agreements with banks, credit unions, and payment processors
  • Manage outside counsel on non-standard legal matters and complex issues, ensuring quality work product and cost-effective use of external resources
  • Draft and manage employee offer letters, employment agreements, advisor agreements, and consulting arrangements
  • Develop, maintain, and update internal legal policies, including acceptable use, data handling, information security, employee-facing policies, privacy policies, and terms & conditions
  • Advise on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to fintech, financial services, and AI — including BSA/AML, KYB, data privacy (CCPA, GDPR), and emerging AI regulations
  • Advise on corporate governance, equity matters, and board-related legal needs
  • Partner with the product and engineering teams to ensure privacy-by-design principles and responsible AI practices are embedded in our platform
  • Support fundraising, due diligence, and other corporate transactions as needed
  • Monitor the regulatory landscape for developments affecting our business and proactively surface risks and opportunities to leadership
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
  • 5+ years of legal experience, with meaningful exposure to financial services, fintech, or SaaS — either in-house or at a law firm
  • Deep familiarity with commercial contracts and the ability to negotiate and close deals independently
  • Working knowledge of financial services regulations (BSA/AML, KYB/KYC, payment regulations) and data privacy laws (CCPA, GDPR)
  • Strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to give practical, business-oriented legal advice
  • Comfort working in ambiguity and building processes from scratch in a fast-moving startup environment
WHAT SETS YOU APART
  • Prior in-house experience at a fintech, payments company, or financial institution
  • Experience with AI governance, responsible AI frameworks, or emerging AI regulation
  • Familiarity with enterprise SaaS sales cycles and the nuances of selling into highly regulated industries
  • Experience supporting equity financings, board governance, or M&A transactions
  • You've been the first or only lawyer at a company before — and you know what it takes to build a legal function from the ground up
WORK LOCATION
  • Based in NYC; hybrid - 4 days per week in office.
COMPENSATION
  • Salary Range:  $182,000 to $260,000 + Equity
BENEFITS
  • Time off when you need it: Flexible PTO so you can recharge without red tape
  • In-person energy: We're based in NYC and meet in the office 4 days a week
  • Competitive compensation: We pay well and back it with equity. We want you to think and act like an owner
  • Career rocket fuel: You'll help build the foundation of a high-growth startup, working side by side with experienced founders and team members who've done it before
  • Benefits on us: We cover 100% of your health, dental, and vision premiums. No surprise deductions from your paycheck
  • 401(k) with company match : We match your contributions so your future self benefits too
  • HSA contributions included:  We contribute to your HSA on applicable plans, so your coverage works as hard as you do
  • Stay healthy, stay sharp: A $250 monthly gym stipend to help you bring your best self to work, and everywhere else
  • A seat at the table:  We believe in transparency, radical candor, and giving every team member a voice 



Estimated Min Rate : $182000.00

Estimated Max Rate : $260000.00

What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
  • MetLife Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh’s hiring clients’ preferences. To learn more about Yoh’s privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: 
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