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Posted June 17, 2026

VP, Senior Legal Counsel

Payactiv
San Jose, CA Full Time
Compensation: $190,000 to $250,000 Annually
Reference: Payactiv8a78859f9de070d0019df49a256e7ef8
Job Title: VP, Senior Legal Counsel
Location: Payactiv’s Milpitas, CA Headquarters
Reports to: General Counsel
 
Who we are…
We are Payactiv, a FinTech company devoted to giving workers access to their earned wages when they need them. Payactiv is the pioneer and industry leader in Earned Wage Access — the only Certified B Corporation and Public Benefit Corporation in our industry. Our platform helps millions of workers avoid debt, build financial stability, and take control of their financial lives. We partner with thousands of employers who recognize that financial wellness isn’t a perk — it’s the foundation of a loyal, engaged workforce.
 
Payactiv is seeking a VP, Senior Counsel who will take a lead role in building, supporting, and running the legal department by providing thoughtful legal counsel and risk mitigation strategies company-wide, including for compliance, marketing, finance, HR, sales, and product.
 
What you will do…
  • Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts,  including service and vendor agreements, licensing agreements, independent contractor agreements, product agreements, and employment-related contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy laws, and internal policies.
  • Maximize use of contract management system, including streamlining contract lifecycle and recordkeeping.  
  • Maintain and revise end-user terms and conditions in tandem with business and product developments.
  • Identify and analyze regulatory implications surrounding new and existing products, including license procurement where applicable.  
  • Assist with and stay abreast on legislative efforts regarding earned wage access and early wage access products.
  • Assist with fundraising efforts, due diligence requests, and strategic partnership deals.
  • Assist with monitoring, enforcing, and protecting intellectual property both domestically and abroad.
  • Interface and engage with outside counsel, including on international development.
What you need…
  • J.D. degree (with at least one State Bar membership, CA strongly preferred) from an accredited law school with 4-9 years of legal experience, preferably part of which has been spent at a private law firm.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Self-starter, high motivation, and ability to juggle multiple projects at the same time.
  • Significant experience in drafting and negotiating commercial technology contracts and either one or both of corporate transactions and crypto.
Experience or established interest in:
  • Multidisciplinary practice.
  • Establishing expertise quickly.
  • Working cross-functionally, including with sales, finance, engineering, infosec, marketing, product, and regulatory.
  • Utilizing AI tools safely to maximize productivity.
  • Advising FinTech companies, including payments issues and consumer banking.
  • Advising on risk mitigation strategies and regulatory risks in financial services.
What we offer…
  • Company sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401K, traditional, and Roth with a company match
  • Tuition Assistance or Tuition Reimbursement
  • Unlimited Paid Time off
  • Monthly Gym Reimbursement
  • Paid time off to volunteer
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Complimentary lunches onsite
  • Opportunity to grow
  • Opportunity to work with a great team committed to making a difference.
  • Salary range $190k to $250k + Bonus

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