Job description
Pontera is a fintech company on a mission to help people retire better. Our software platform enables retirement savers to get the help they need managing their 401(k) and other retirement plan accounts as part of a personalized strategy by their trusted financial advisor.
Pontera is used by financial advisors across the nation– from SMB to Fortune 500 RIA firms, independent broker-dealers, plan custodians, and plan advisors.
Backed by leading venture capital firms including ICONIQ Growth and Lightspeed Venture Partners, Pontera is built by talented individuals who share a dedication to helping people retire with greater security.
Our team is fast-growing and driven to become one of the largest fintech companies in the world. Our culture is built on a people-first principle: in a complex and numbers-driven industry, we never lose sight of the people we serve and work alongside. That’s where you come in.
DESCRIPTION
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing legal team and work closely with our product, engineering, information systems, and strategic partnership teams to support the continued development of our product. Reporting to our Chief Legal Officer, you’ll serve as the go-to-legal advisor on product development and privacy compliance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advise product and engineering teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle, ensuring product features and designs comply with the company’s IP policies and applicable laws, including privacy, intellectual property, AL/ML use, and consumer protection and other relevant regulations
- Proactively identify legal risks and propose mitigation strategies
- Partner with security and privacy teams to ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and other global data protection laws
- Draft and update product-related terms of service, privacy policies and end-user agreements
- Monitor and analyze new and evolving regulations affecting Saas and financial services to ensure continued compliance and best practices, in collaboration with the regulatory counsel
REQUIREMENTS
- Experienced legal strategist with at least 7 years of legal experience, including a combination of experiences in-house at a SaaS or technology company and law firm.
- Strong foundation in product counseling, intellectual property, and global privacy laws
- Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. state or the District of Columbia. Active bar membership in the jurisdiction where the position is based (or eligibility for in-house counsel registration) is required.
- Product-savvy legal partner. You’ve served as a trusted advisor to product, engineering, and information security teams, offering practical legal guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.
- The role will involve significant collaboration with regulatory counsel and integration of regulatory compliance into our products
- Plus:
- Previous experience managing IP portfolios
- Previous experience leading privacy programs that comply with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other global data protection laws
- Hold certifications such as CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or similar credentials that demonstrate your expertise in data privacy
- Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and incident response obligations
WHAT WE OFFER
- Compensation: $230,000 to $250,000 annually
- Opportunity: Have a major impact at a fast-growing startup that is revolutionizing the FinTech industry
- Team Culture: A collegial, collaborative, fun work environment with frequent team events
- Equity: All new hires are eligible for equity grant participation
- Healthcare: Comprehensive & affordable insurance benefits with a variety of plan options
- Retirement: 401(k) with employer match & employer-sponsored access to a retirement advisor
- Family Benefits: Paid parental leave & reimbursement program for family planning services (such as fertility treatments, adoption, or surrogacy
- Professional Development: Sponsored learning & development program (to cover classes, certifications, and more!)
- Food Perks: Fully stocked kitchen & lunch reimbursement program
- Work Flexibility: A hybrid office work model (In-Office Tues/Weds/Thurs and WFH Mon/Fri) & generous PTO day
Pontera is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
