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** :  - 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