Counsel

Role Overview

• Evaluate shifts in statutory frameworks and case law to mitigate regulatory risk and advise leadership on necessary operational adjustments.
• Work closely with other business units across the company, auditing practices and implementing procedures to mitigate risk.
• Assist in the further development, implementation, and enforcement of company policies and procedures to operationalize safeguards.
• Play an active role on litigation matters as they arise.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and third-party consultants to support ongoing legal projects, ensuring timely communication and alignment with company goals.
• Serve as a versatile legal advisor, tackling high-priority projects and emerging legal challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working as an attorney in a litigation role.
• Experience writing briefs and doing caselaw research.
• Strong attention to detail and issue-spotting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior attorneys, management, fellow employees and external counsel.
• Ability to break down caselaw and regulations into understandable and approachable language for stakeholders throughout the Company.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Self-motivated, organized and able to work independently.
• Effective in a fast-paced environment, with an ability to juggle multiple workstreams and pivot quickly.
• Ability to solicit, receive, and implement feedback with the goal of relentless improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: litigation experience, including discovery, motion practice, and trial support.

Benefits

• Mission driven company: Forward is a trusted source of fast, flexible funding for small businesses that have often been underserved by traditional financing options. When you join the team, you will help ensure all small businesses have access to the financial support they need to succeed.
• Flexibility is a top priority: Our employees are empowered to choose where they want to work (whether that’s from home, in the office, or a combination of both) with flexible hours.