Product & Regulatory Counsel at Blend

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial Services, BankingIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of combined, relevant experience in in-house legal departments, law firms, and/or governmental agencies
  • Knowledge and application of consumer protection laws -- including TILA, TISA, RESPA, ECOA, FCRA, HMDA, GLBA, and UDAAP -- and their implementing regulations
  • Highly disciplined, able to make independent decisions and work with limited supervision while excelling in a fast-paced, dynamic and demanding environment
  • Inquisitive, engaged and proactive in identifying legal issues and risks and proposing creative and effective solutions
  • Ability to work independently and adaptively, anticipate and mitigate friction points, and take the initiative to drive projects to completion
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present sophisticated issues in a clear and persuasive manner
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Engaged and self-motivated team player eager to dig into consumer finance and privacy laws and regulations, learn complex and evolving products, and pitch in wherever necessary
  • JD and a member of a state bar
  • Willing to work out of North Hills office 4x a week

Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with engineering, product and design teams on product development in the lending and consumer banking space, advising on applicable legal and regulatory requirements and implications of product/feature builds
  • Evaluate proposed partnerships and provide legal guidance regarding related privacy and regulatory risks and mitigations
  • Anticipate and identify legal and regulatory risks, and propose creative and effective solutions to address those risks
  • Remain up-to-date on consumer financial services and privacy laws and regulations to ensure an ongoing ability to provide sound regulatory advice
  • Partner with the broader Legal & Compliance team to share information about regulatory changes and product development to facilitate support across the team
  • Engage directly with clients’ legal and compliance teams regarding Blend’s products, features, functionality, configurations and integrations

Skills

Legal Advisory
Regulatory Compliance
Fintech Law
Product Counseling
Partnership Evaluation
Lending Regulations
Consumer Banking Law
SaaS Legal
Risk Assessment

Blend

Streamlines lending process for financial institutions

About Blend

Blend simplifies the lending process for financial institutions with its digital platform, allowing them to process over $3 billion in loans daily. The platform includes automated verifications, instant pre-approvals, and seamless electronic closings, which enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Blend stands out from competitors with its modular architecture and no-code configuration tools, enabling quick adaptation to market changes and personalized customer experiences. The company's goal is to improve loan processing efficiency and customer acquisition for its clients.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$646.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Meaningful equity and a 401(k) plan
Comprehensive health benefits
Wellness benefits covering a variety of wellness activities, gym memberships, fitness classes and more
16 weeks of paid parental leave
Generous vacation policy
Work from home office set up stipend and internet stipend during COVID-19

Risks

Increased competition from emerging fintechs could erode Blend's market share.
Recent stock price decline may indicate investor concerns about Blend's future.
Volatility in the FinTech IPO Index suggests potential market instability for Blend.

Differentiation

Blend's platform processes over $4 billion in loans daily, showcasing its scalability.
The company offers a modular architecture, allowing quick adaptation to market changes.
Blend's partnerships with major banks enhance its credibility and market reach.

Upsides

Growing demand for digital lending boosts Blend's market potential.
Partnerships with fintechs like Astra enhance Blend's service offerings.
Automated workflows reduce costs and improve efficiency for financial institutions.

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