Job Description
Blend is seeking a Corporate & Securities Counsel to join our Legal and Compliance team in the United States. This in-house position provides strategic legal advice on corporate governance, securities compliance, and transactional matters to support a fast-growing fintech platform.
What you will do
- Provide strategic guidance on corporate governance, securities compliance, SEC reporting, and regulatory matters.
- Lead and manage M&A activity, financing rounds, and other strategic transactions, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
- Draft, negotiate, and review commercial agreements, vendor contracts, licensing, and partnership agreements.
- Advise on regulatory, privacy, data security, and product compliance issues across the business.
- Prepare board materials, assist with governance matters, and help shape corporate policies and risk management programs.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Product, Business) to balance legal risk with business objectives.
What you should bring
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the United States.
- 6+ years of corporate and securities law experience; in-house experience preferred.
- Strong negotiation, advisory, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functionally.
- Experience with public company reporting and securities matters; ability to manage external counsel and budgets.
- Detail-oriented, strategic thinker capable of balancing risk with business objectives in a fast-paced environment.
Location
United States (on-site)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.