Mercury

Associate General Counsel, Product and Privacy

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Legal ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree and be admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. state. A strong understanding of privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant data protection laws, is required, along with experience in advising on product development and data privacy matters. Prior experience in a technology company or financial services industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Associate General Counsel, Product and Privacy will be responsible for scaling and refining Mercury’s privacy program to align with growth and product offerings, providing legal counsel to product teams on privacy-related matters, expanding the product counseling function, and ensuring compliance with all applicable privacy laws and regulations. They will also contribute to the development of privacy policies, procedures, and training materials, and collaborate with various teams including product, engineering, and compliance.

Skills

Privacy Law
GDPR
CCPA
Privacy Program Development
Legal Advice for Product Teams
Legal Research and Writing
Technology and Privacy Law

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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