Commercial Counsel at Plaid

United States

Plaid Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • JD/Law degree
  • Law firm and/or in-house legal experience drafting and negotiating technology-focused services agreements involving sensitive data and fast-paced stakeholders
  • “Plaid mentality,” particularly: growth/impact mindset, positive attitude, low ego, collaborative, and desire to build
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Strong organization, task management, and process-focused approach

Responsibilities

  • Review and negotiate revenue-generating agreements, including our Master Services Agreement (MSA) and its associated product-specific terms and commercial-focused order forms
  • Be a principal Legal partner to business stakeholders of all levels regarding the practical contours of their commercial transactions
  • Help our team continue to evolve our processes, templates, and strategies relative to changing industry and regulatory standards and expectations
  • Independently negotiate and close significant GTM deals with sophisticated Enterprise and large Fintech clients, including on counterparty paper
  • Develop and maintain a strong understanding of Plaid’s products and privacy positions, particularly in relation to evolving industry and regulatory expectations
  • Build deep relationships with key business and legal stakeholders, fostering open lines of feedback

Skills

Contract Negotiation
Commercial Agreements
Master Services Agreement
GTM Deals
Procurement Contracts
Product Partnerships
Privacy Law
Enterprise Agreements
Legal Risk Mitigation
Fintech Contracts

Plaid

Connects financial accounts to apps securely

About Plaid

Plaid simplifies financial data management for individuals and businesses by connecting various financial accounts to apps and services. Its main product is a set of APIs that allow developers to integrate financial data into their applications, enabling users to track spending, initiate payments, and access financial services all in one place. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, including app developers and financial institutions, and is used by popular apps like LendingTree and Square. Unlike many competitors, Plaid focuses on providing a comprehensive and scalable platform that supports various financial use cases, such as transactions and identity verification. The company's goal is to enhance the way users interact with their financial data, making it easier and more secure.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$714.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

We've got you covered: From medical, life, and 401ks, we’re here to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
Everyone is an owner: We want everyone to feel ownership over their work - literally, which is why we offer equity to full-time Plaids.
Vacation your way: We want to make sure you have time to meet your personal needs with unlimited PTO and two weeks of synchronous, company-wide vacation.
Grow your skills: Every Plaid is in control of their career development with our learning stipends, tools, and trainings.

Risks

Increased competition from API-based banking solutions like FIS's Code Connect platform.
Potential legal challenges, such as PNC's lawsuit over trademark issues.
Demand for enhanced transparency and security in financial data sharing.

Differentiation

Plaid offers seamless financial data integration through robust APIs for diverse clients.
Plaid's Pay by Bank for Bill Pay provides a cost-effective recurring payment solution.
Plaid's strategic partnerships enhance its value proposition in payroll and payment sectors.

Upsides

Plaid's expansion into the Triangle area indicates growth and increased hiring potential.
Partnership with Dwolla enhances Plaid's presence in the secure payments sector.
Collaboration with Ansa expands market reach through pay-by-bank capabilities for merchants.

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