Deputy General Counsel

at Mission Lane

United States, Remote

Mission Lane is combining the power of data, technology, and exceptional service to pave a clear way forward for millions of people on the path to financial success. By attracting top talent and leveraging cutting-edge technology, we’re enabling people to unlock real financial progress. Sound like a mission you can get behind?

We’re looking for a strategic leader, trusted advisor, and collaborative problem-solver to join our Legal team as Deputy General Counsel.

The Impact You’ll Make

You’ll drive forward our mission of empowering people to unlock financial progress by providing the critical legal guidance and hands-on leadership needed to support our substantial business growth. You’ll implement an observable, efficient legal review process that supports our rapid innovation while meeting all necessary regulatory and risk requirements.

This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to be at the forefront of a successful, late-stage FinTech company’s expansion, significantly shaping its future operational and legal structure.

As Deputy General Counsel you will:

Lead and mentor a team of high-performing in-house attorneys, ensuring they are empowered to provide clear, actionable, and straight-forward legal advice to the business.
Serve as a senior legal advisor to executive leaders and the business on a broad range of complex regulatory, corporate, and operational matters relevant to a growing financial services and credit card company.
Partner closely with senior leadership to implement efficient legal review processes that introduce the appropriate structure and discipline needed for a scaling, regulated financial institution while preserving our ability to move quickly.
Provide expert counsel on compliance matters partnering with our Compliance team including with federal regulatory practices and core consumer finance laws (e.g., FCRA, TILA/Reg Z, ECOA/Reg B, UDAAP, BSA/AML, TCPA, FDCPA, and relevant state laws).
Advise as needed on general corporate legal matters (e.g., entity governance, vendor contracts, intellectual property) as the business scales and enters new strategic partnerships.
Collaborate with the General Counsel, Risk and Compliance partners to ensure seamless and effective alignment across risk, compliance, and legal functions.

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of legal practice experience, with a substantial focus on consumer financial services regulatory law within a law firm or in-house legal department.
5+ years of direct experience advising on federal and state financial regulatory practices (e.g., those governing banks, credit card issuers, or large non-bank financial institutions).
Proven experience managing, mentoring, or directly supervising a team of 2 or more attorneys.
Demonstrated experience in general corporate matters relevant to financial services and technology businesses.
Deep regulatory knowledge of federal and state consumer financial laws, including: FCRA/Reg V, TILA/Reg Z, ECOA/Reg B, UDAAP, and BSA/AML.
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
Current license and in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Available to travel to as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior legal leadership experience within a FinTech, high-growth company, or an environment known for fast-paced adaptation and innovation.
Experience in a company undergoing a significant regulatory or structural transformation (e.g., scaling governance structures, adapting to heightened regulatory oversight).
Experience managing a state licensing program (e.g., through the NMLS system).
Experience working on industry issues with trade associations

Compensation:

Annual full-time base salary range: $235,000 - $250,000

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program and equity are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Mission Lane also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, a monthly wellness stipend, health/ dental/ vision insurance options, disability coverage, paid parental leave, flexible spending account (for childcare and healthcare), life insurance, and a remote-friendly work environment.

About Mission Lane:

Founded in December 2018, Mission Lane is a purpose-driven fintech company based in the U.S., with headquarters in Richmond, Virginia.

It all started with a realization: nearly fifty percent of the adult population in the U.S. doesn’t have access to a clear line of credit. Most traditional credit card companies either overlook or overcharge this group because they have less-than-perfect credit scores or no scores at all. We decided this just wouldn’t do.

In partnership with our sponsor banks, we offer credit cards under the Mission Lane brand name, with better, clearer terms, and a more refined customer experience than the alternatives available to people working hard to improve their credit. To date, over four million consumers have chosen Mission Lane, earning high customer ratings on Credit Karma for its market segment and industry leading Net Promoter scores.

Mission Lane has cumulatively raised over $600 million of equity from leading investors, including Invus Opportunities, QED Investors, LL Funds, funds affiliated with Oaktree Capital Management, and other leading investors.

Our commitment to a workplace built on respect and dignity is guided by our core value of Unity. We believe that everyone plays a vital role in our shared purpose, and we actively cultivate an environment where all individuals have the opportunity to do their best work. By fostering a culture of empathy and collaboration, we create a strong sense of belonging and support for every team member.

Mission Lane is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Mission Lane provides reasonable accommodations to applicants who need them for medical or religious reasons, as required by law. Applicants can initiate an accommodation request by contacting peopleexperience@missionlane.com.

Mission Lane is not sponsoring new applicant employment authorization and please, no third-party recruiters.

Application Integrity:

Our cardholders trust us with their financial well-being, and this trust starts with the integrity of the people on our team. We're looking for team members who share our dedication to transparency and truth. Please verify that the information in your application is accurate and complete.

Providing any information to Mission Lane that is not completely truthful at any point during the application or hiring process may result in removal from the hiring process, disqualification from future opportunities, withdrawal of an offer or other sanctions for candidates and, in addition for employees, disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.