In-House Counsel

About the Role: Pump is seeking our first In-House Counsel to own legal matters across the company, with a particular focus on alternative dispute resolution. This is a hands-on role for someone with a litigation background who is excited to apply their skills in a startup environment in San Francisco. You’ll work closely with our founders and operations team to manage risk, resolve disputes efficiently, and build the legal function from the ground up. 

Responsibilities:

• Act as in-house counsel for a fast-growing startup advising on recurring legal needs
• Manage and resolve business disputes and provide practical business guidance
• Handle arbitration proceedings and other ADR processes from intake through resolution 
• Evaluate litigation risk and make sound judgments on the best course of action on a case-by-case basis 
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements for vendors, partners, and customers 
• Advise leadership on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to payment 
• Manage outside counsel relationships and support corporate governance measures 

Required Qualifications:&