Counsel, Compliance & Government Affairs

Forward Financing is a Boston-based financial technology company with an operational hub in the Dominican Republic, on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is investing in its employees, technology, and customer experience – with long-term success in mind every step of the way.

As Counsel, Compliance & Government Affairs, you will help shape our Company’s long-term strategy, and drive its mission of providing access to capital for under-served small businesses. Directly reporting to our Assistant General Counsel, you will play a critical role in advancing our compliance and government affairs initiatives, helping to develop our internal and external policies and procedures.   

In this role you will:

• Assist in the further development, implementation, and enforcement of company policies and procedures designed to mitigate risk.

• Work closely with other business units across the company, auditing practices and implementing procedures.

• Track, analyze and otherwise stay up to date on recent legislation and political developments affecting the Company.

• Conduct research and develop materials in support of the Company’s government affairs program.

• Stay up to date on new statutes, regulations, case law, and best practices, and incorporate these into the company’s compliance program.

• Provide recommendations to senior attorneys and management regarding potential solutions to compliance and government affairs issues as they arise.

• Provide assistance on various other general matters within the legal department.

Why you should apply:

• Mission driven company: Forward is a trusted source of fast, flexible funding for small businesses that have often been underserved by traditional financing options. When you join the team, you will help ensure all small businesses have access to the financial support they need to succeed. 

• Flexibility is a top priority: Our employees are empowered to choose where they want to work (whether that’s from home, in the office, or a combination of both) with flexible hours.

Requirements:

(Even if you don’t check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply.)

• 4+ years of experience working as an attorney in compliance and government affairs.

• Strong attention to detail and issue-spotting skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior attorneys, management, fellow employees and external counsel.

• Ability to break down complicated laws and regulations into understandable and approachable language.

• Excellent writing skills.

• Self-motivated, organized and able to work independently.

• Effective in a fast-paced environment, with an ability to juggle multiple workstreams and pivot quickly.

• Ability to solicit, receive, and implement feedback with the goal of relentless improvement.

• Strong interpersonal skills. 

Forward Financing Core Values:

• Drive the Mission - We believe in financial opportunity for underserved small businesses. We say “yes” when others say “no.”

• Keep It Real - We value direct communication, candid feedback, and authenticity. We are an open book.

• Act with Kindness - We create an environment where caring is cool and helping is the norm. We do the right thing.

• Shoot for Extraordinary - We are inspired by innovative thinking and continuous improvement. We never settle for yesterday’s best.

About Us:

Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with an operational hub in Santiago, Dominican Republic, on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Whether facing challenges accessing traditional financing or simply needing a convenient, flexible solution, Forward is committed to funding more of the millions of small businesses nationwide. Forward offers revenue-based financing – delivering an upfront sum of working capital in exchange for a set amount of the business’s future revenue. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is often able to deliver approvals within hours and funds that same day – giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Plus, with their dedicated teams and award-winning service, customers get personalized support when they need it most.

Since 2012, Forward has expanded access to capital by providing over $3.5 billion in funding to more than 71,000 small businesses. The company is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau with an Excellent / 4.7 stars rating on Trustpilot.com. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is dedicated to empowering both its team and the customers they serve, helping them succeed and thrive.

Perks & Benefits:

At Forward, our team members are at the heart of our company, and we are committed to taking care of them as people, not just employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, and commuter benefits, a flexible time-off policy, paid parental leave, 401k match for US employees, wellness reimbursement, volunteering days, annual professional development budget, and charitable donation match.

Workplace flexibility is a top priority at Forward too. Our Employee Choice policy means that almost all of our employees get to decide where they work. As a business, we are focused on impact; we are more concerned with your contributions to the success of the company than where you get your work done. If face-to-face time is desired, people managers are empowered to find a cadence that works for their team. 

When we aren’t collaborating to drive business and support our customers, we’re finding virtual and in-person ways to get to know our colleagues, celebrate team wins, and have fun together! 

U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Information

Forward Financing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to fostering a fair and inclusive culture built on a foundation of high performance and exceptional customer experience. With a laser focus on employee impact, we’re able to reduce biases and ensure the right people are in the right jobs to contribute to our mission. The varied perspectives of our people fuel innovation and make us a stronger team. By embracing what makes each of us unique, we create a supportive environment where people feel valued, accepted, and empowered to thrive.

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