Transactional Law Paralegal

About the Company

Named a Forbes Fintech 50, Stronghold’s mission is to improve financial access by powering innovative payment and financial services solutions through our open APIs. We’ve been going deep to lay the underlying rails for modern payments and reach all customers with secure, transparent ways to move money. 

We are seeking team players who can evolve with the company as we scale and add new products. We are a team of technologists and industry experts who take a data-driven and innovative approach to solving problems. We power possibilities for our customers by bringing the best talent together in an open and collaborative work environment that rewards curiosity and grit.

Stronghold is proud of its SF Bay Area and New Zealand roots and strives to build a diverse team to serve our ecosystem better while staying true to our core values. Our core values are to Be Self Aware, Have Good Judgment, Be Curious, Seek Innovation, Excellent Communication, High Impact, Be Bold, Be Selfless, Be Accountable, Be Honest, and Show Grit.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Transactional Law Paralegal to join our legal team. This role will focus on supporting our legal and business teams with a variety of transactional matters, including contracts, compliance, and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transactional law, with specific experience in the payments or fintech sectors.

What You'll Do

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including service agreements, vendor contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other transactional documents.
• Assist in maintaining the company's compliance with local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations related to payments and financial services.
• Support corporate governance matters, including preparing documents for board meetings and maintaining corporate records.
• Collaborate with and support the legal team in managing transactions from inception to closing, including due diligence activities.
• Provide legal support and advice to various business units within the company.
• Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations affecting the payments industry.
• Assist in the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the company's operations comply with applicable legal and regulatory standards.

What We're Looking For

• Certificate of completion from an ABA-approved paralegal certification program, Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3-6 years of experience as a paralegal in transactional law, preferably within the payments, fintech, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of contracts and experience in contract review and negotiation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Understanding of the regulatory landscape in the payments industry is a plus.

The base salary for this position is $35 - $49 hourly while taking into consideration factors such as relevant experience, skills and qualifications for the role, and location. Stronghold currently offers health benefits for eligible employees.

As an equal opportunity employer, Stronghold does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status,