Senior Counsel, Litigation

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October 22

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Affirm

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Fintech • B2C • eCommerce

Affirm is a financial technology company that offers a 'Buy Now, Pay Later' service, allowing consumers to make purchases and pay for them over time with flexible payment plans. Affirm eliminates hidden fees and compound interest, providing clear terms and conditions for its users. The company also offers the Affirm Card, a debit card that allows users to request to pay over time for larger purchases or pay in full for smaller ones. Affirm partners with various retailers across multiple categories, including electronics, apparel, and travel, providing customers with the convenience of paying over time at checkout both online and in physical stores. Affirm's services are integrated with Apple Pay, enabling customers to make payments seamlessly from their iPhone or iPad.

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2012

💳 Fintech

👥 B2C

🛍️ eCommerce

💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2021-01

📋 Description

• Manage and oversee Affirm's portfolio of litigation and pre-litigation matters across consumer, commercial, regulatory, and securities domains, including individual and class action lawsuits, arbitration demands, third-party subpoenas, and related matters. • Develop and execute strategic litigation plans that align with company goals and business priorities. • Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risks, exposure, and mitigation strategies. • Prepare up-to-date status reports, case summaries, and exposure assessments relating to litigation matters. • Manage all aspects of discovery and draft pleadings and briefs as needed. • Engage and manage outside counsel to efficiently and effectively represent Affirm.

🎯 Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited US law school and licensed and in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. • Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience, including significant time at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a financial services or technology company. • Proven ability to manage complex litigation independently, including class actions and consumer protection matters. • Strong knowledge of consumer finance laws, including the FCRA, FDCPA, TCPA, and related statutes. • Excellent judgment, research, writing, and advocacy skills. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with shifting priorities. • Collaborative team player with a business-oriented mindset and an appreciation for Affirm’s mission to deliver honest financial products that improve lives.

🏖️ Benefits

• Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents • Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses • Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge • ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount