Corporate Attorney (Contracts)

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
110K-143K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Payments • Financial Services
The Role
The Corporate Attorney will draft, negotiate, and review various commercial contracts, advise internal teams on contract interpretation and implications, assist senior counsel with legal research and disputes, and ensure compliance with relevant laws. The attorney will manage potential legal risks and support the organization in navigating legal complexities.
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PSCU/Co-op Solutions is now Velera! PSCU and Co-op Solutions became a single entity on January 2, 2024, and our new company name was announced on May 7, 2024. Our new brand represents our combined company’s shared mission and unique ability to drive velocity and positive momentum for credit union success in a new era of financial services.

The Opportunity: 

The Corporate Attorney will be involved in drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide range of contracts, including vendor/procurement, sales/service and non-disclosure agreements. This role will also perform ancillary matters related to commercial contracts, including advising internal clients on contract interpretation and the legal ramifications of contract terms. The incumbent will also assist senior counsel with matters including legal research projects.   

Day in the Life: 

  • Review, draft and negotiate a wide variety of complex commercial contracts, such as vendor/procurement, sales/service, and non-disclosure agreements. 

  • Advise various internal departments regarding contract terms and implications on business operations, including providing guidance and practical solutions. 

  • Assist senior internal counsel with matters including legal research projects and commercial disputes. 

  • Draft and respond to demand letters related to contract matters. 

  • Ability to travel as needed to successfully perform position responsibilities, and handle disruptive work schedules, deadlines and unpredictable events. 

  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

 

Qualifications: 

 

  • Undergraduate Degree and JD Degree (from ABA accredited law school) required. Admission to a state bar with an active membership in good standing required; admission to State of Florida Bar preferred. 

  • Five (5) years’ experience as an attorney in drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts. 

  • Ability to quickly and accurately identify legal and business issues and risks 

  • Familiarity with the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act, National Credit Union Administration regulations and data privacy laws preferred 

  • Exposure to contract disputes, including dispute resolution and/or litigation is preferred 

  • Experience within a corporate legal environment preferred. 

  • Experience working in financial services sector preferred. 

  

About Velera

At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners.   Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!

Pay Equity

$110,100.00

to

$143,100.00

Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Great Work/Life Benefits!

  • Competitive wages

  • Medical with telemedicine

  • Dental and Vision

  • Basic and Optional Life Insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Maternity, Parental, Family Care

  • Community Volunteer Time Off

  • 12 Paid Holidays

  • Company Paid Disability Insurance

  • 401k (with employer match)

  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Supplemental Insurance

  • Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Wellness program

  • Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster and the "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.


Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here (English and Spanish). For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here (English and Spanish poster).

As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at [email protected] for assistance.

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The Company
San Ramon, California
4,405 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1977

What We Do

Velera, formerly PSCU/Co-op Solutions, is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider. With over four decades of industry experience and a commitment to service excellence and innovation, our company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Velera leverages its expertise and resources on behalf of credit unions and their members, offering an end-to-end product portfolio.

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