In-House Counsel

About the Role

Pump is seeking our first In-House Counsel to own legal matters across the company, with a particular focus on alternative dispute resolution. This is a hands-on role for someone with a litigation background who is excited to apply their skills in a startup environment in San Francisco. You’ll work closely with our founders and operations team to manage risk, resolve disputes efficiently, and build the legal function from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Act as in-house counsel for a fast-growing startup advising on recurring legal needs Manage and resolve business disputes and provide practical business guidance Handle arbitration proceedings and other ADR processes from intake through resolution Evaluate litigation risk and make sound judgments on the best course of action on a case-by-case basis Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements for vendors, partners, and customers Advise leadership on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to payment Manage outside counsel relationships and support corporate governance measures Required Qualifications : JD and active admission to the California Bar 3-8 years of experience as a practicing attorney Prior litigation experience, either outside or in-house, including hands-on work on arbitration and other ADR proceedings Direct experience with dispute resolution involving payments, collections, or related financial matters Working knowledge of Delaware corporate law Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and communication skills Comfort operating independently and in-person in a fast-moving startup environment Nice-to-Haves : In-house experience at an early-stage startup Prior experience building legal processes from start to finish Benefits : Comprehensive healthcare and dental coverage for you 401(k) plan Generous PTO: 13 accrued days, plus company shutdown December 24—January 1st Free lunch & dinner at the office Annual company-paid retreats Developmental bonuses: support for professional development opportunities tied to cloud and related fields Compensation is commensurate with experience.
• In addition to base salary, this position includes equity.

Compensation

$150,000—$200,000 USD