Employment Counsel at Plaid

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Junior to mid-level Employment Counsel with approximately 3–5 years of experience
Ability to serve as a trusted advisor on employment law matters in the U.S. and in support of global operations
Strong communicator who can empathize with business partners, deliver solutions-oriented advice, and foster trust with colleagues at all levels
Growth mindset and eagerness to learn
Ambitious attorney suitable for a small-team environment with broad exposure and opportunity to contribute to special projects

Responsibilities

Advise on Day-to-Day Employment Matters: Provide practical counsel to the People Team and managers on a broad spectrum of employment issues across the entire employee lifecycle
Policy Development and Scaling: Design and implement scalable employment policies, programs, resources, and processes to support Plaid’s growth and evolving legal requirements
Document Drafting and Management: Draft, review, and maintain global employment documents and templates – for example, offer letters and employment agreements, employee handbooks, codes of conduct, and separation agreements
Compliance and Risk Mitigation: Monitor developments in employment laws and regulations (federal, state, and local) and translate those legal changes into clear guidance and action plans for the company. Proactively identify areas of risk in employment practices and propose creative, preventative solutions
Employee Relations & Dispute Resolution: Collaborate with the People Team on employee relations and dispute resolution

Skills

Employment Law

US Employment Law

Global Employment Law

Legal Advisory

Compliance

Cross-functional Collaboration

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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