Legal & Compliance Intern

Greenlight Financial Technology•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Greenlight is seeking a motivated Legal & Compliance Intern for the 2026 2027 school year to support our Legal and Compliance team. This role offers hands-on exposure to the regulatory and operational side of fintech, working closely with attorneys and compliance professionals to help ensure Greenlight operates in line with applicable laws and internal standards. This is a great opportunity for an undergraduate or current law school student interested in fintech law, regulatory compliance, or corporate legal operations.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Legal Studies, Political Science, Business, Finance, or a related field (J.D. candidates welcome)
Strong research and analytical skills, with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently
Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace

Nice To Haves

Interest in fintech, financial regulation, or consumer protection law is a plus
familiarity with document management systems a plus
Prior internship or coursework in compliance, legal research, or a related area is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Monitor and research emerging legal and regulatory developments in the fintech space, including consumer protection, payments, and financial services regulations; summarize findings for the legal/compliance team
Organize, maintain, and archive company policies and procedures, ensuring documents are current, accessible, and properly version-controlled
Compile and analyze data to create reports identifying trends across departments (e.g., customer complaints, operational risk, product changes) that may carry legal or compliance implications
Test internal systems and workflows to verify compliance controls are functioning as intended, and document/report any issues or gaps
Review marketing and advertising materials for legal and regulatory compliance prior to publication or distribution
Partner with teams across the company (Product, Marketing, Customer Support, etc.) on compliance-related questions and initiatives
Assist with additional legal and compliance tasks and special projects as needed

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced legal and compliance professionals
Practical experience in regulatory research, policy development, and compliance testing
Insight into the intersection of law, technology, and financial services

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