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In-House Counsel

Pump.co

San Francisco, CAFull-time$150–200K/yrSeen 1mo agoStill listed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$150–200K/yr
Location
San Francisco, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

JD And Active Admission To The California BarDoctorate

Job overview

Pump is seeking its first In‑House Counsel to own legal matters across the company, focusing on alternative dispute resolution, managing risk, resolving disputes, and building the legal function in a fast‑growing San Francisco startup.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Contract DraftingNegotiationCommunicationDelaware Corporate LawArbitrationLitigation

Qualifications

JD and Active Admission to the California Bar3-8 Years of Experience as a Practicing AttorneyPrior Litigation ExperienceDirect Experience With Dispute Resolution Involving PaymentsWorking Knowledge of Delaware Corporate LawComfort Operating Independently and in‑Person in a Fast‑Moving Startup Environment

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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 :

  • JD and active admission to the California Bar
  • 3-8 years of experience as a practicing attorney
  • Prior litigation experience, either outside or in-house, including hands-on work on arbitration and other ADR proceedings
  • Direct experience with dispute resolution involving payments, collections, or related financial matters
  • Working knowledge of Delaware corporate law
  • Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Comfort operating independently and in-person in a fast-moving startup environment

Nice-to-Haves :

  • In-house experience at an early-stage startup
  • Prior experience building legal processes from start to finish

Benefits :

  • Comprehensive healthcare and dental coverage for you
  • 401(k) plan
  • Generous PTO: 13 accrued days, plus company shutdown December 24—January 1st
  • Free lunch & dinner at the office
  • Annual company-paid retreats
  • Developmental bonuses: support for professional development opportunities tied to cloud and related fields

Compensation is commensurate with experience. In addition to base salary, this position includes equity. Compensation $150,000—$200,000 USD

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