Assistant General Counsel

Open Lending•Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Assistant General Counsel provides strategic legal guidance and operational support across the organization, with a focus on corporate governance, securities compliance, commercial transactions, and risk management. This role is critical in ensuring the company meets its obligations as a publicly traded financial technology firm while enabling business growth and innovation.

Requirements

Law degree (JD, LL.M) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing.
6–10 years of legal experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house counsel roles.
Experience in securities law, public company governance, and fintech or financial services.
Strong understanding of commercial contracts and regulatory frameworks.
Excellent judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Support SEC reporting and compliance, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings.
Advise on corporate governance matters, including board and committee operations, charters, and policies.
Assist with annual shareholder meetings and related documentation.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, vendor, partnership, licensing, and NDAs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Finance, Product, and Operations) to support business initiatives and mitigate legal risk.
Monitor and advise on applicable financial regulations, including those from the SEC, FINRA, CFPB, and other relevant bodies.
Partner with Compliance and Risk teams to ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
Identify and assess legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Manage pre-litigation disputes and coordinate with external counsel on litigation matters as needed.
Provide legal support for M&A activity, joint ventures, and strategic investments.
Conduct due diligence and assist with integration planning and execution.
Develop and maintain internal legal policies and training programs to promote compliance and reduce risk exposure.
Educate internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory developments affecting the business.