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Full-Time

Assistant General Counsel

Employment

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Brex

Brex

1,001-5,000 employees

Financial services for startups and businesses

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$262.1k - $327.6kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Requires in-office presence at least 2 days per week (Wednesday and Thursday).

Category
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • 8+ years working experience gained through a combination of working at a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department counseling on employment legal issues and managing employment-related litigation; a strong preference for prior in-house experience supporting People / HR functions at a high growth tech or fintech company
  • Prior experience analyzing and providing advice in relation to compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws; experience analyzing issues under the California Labor Code and/or employment-related legal requirements in jurisdictions outside the U.S.
  • Strong preference for candidates with experience advising in relation to immigration law issues
  • Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously with a high degree of ownership and autonomy
  • Creative, problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Team player who can manage and collaborate with others effectively to drive meaningful results
  • Excellent judgment, integrity, and the ability to think fast on your feet
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state
  • Must be willing to work in office 2 days per week on Wednesday and Thursday
Responsibilities
  • Provide business-minded legal guidance and support to Brex’s People team on a wide range of employment issues including but not limited to People team practices, performance management, terminations, recruiting, hiring, labor relations, leaves of absence, employee accommodations, compensation and benefits, and wage and hour matters
  • Partner with Brex’s People team to develop and implement best policies and practices governing Brex employees and contractors
  • Manage employment-related complaints, disputes, litigation, investigations, and responses to regulatory inquiries and charges (e.g. EEOC charges)
  • Effectively and cost-efficiently manage outside legal counsel retained to assist Brex, ensuring that their work drives value for Brex
  • Identify employment and contractor-related risks and proactively develop and implement solutions for managing and mitigating them
  • Manage the immigration function for the company, providing legal support and guidance on immigration-related issues impacting Brex employees and contractors
  • Analyze and ensure compliance with the employment-related laws that apply in the locations where Brex employees and contractors work, including throughout the United States and in Brex’s international office locations, and monitor employment law developments and consider their impact on Brex
  • Develop and deliver relevant training to managers and employees
  • Manage responses to employee or contractor-related subpoenas and other information or legal requests and orders

Brex provides financial services designed for startups, small to medium-sized businesses, and larger enterprises. Their main products include corporate credit cards, cash management accounts, and expense management tools. Brex's corporate credit cards offer higher credit limits without requiring personal guarantees, making them appealing to startups and companies with limited credit history. The services are integrated with other business tools, allowing clients to manage expenses, track spending, and optimize cash flow efficiently. Unlike traditional banks, Brex focuses on a tech-savvy approach to finance, which helps them stand out in the financial services market. The company's goal is to simplify financial management for businesses, enabling them to operate more effectively.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$1.5B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-9%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Brex's new digital banking products and updates to their business accounts offer increased saving flexibility and higher yield, enhancing their appeal to startups.
  • Recognition as #4 on the 2024 CNBC Disruptor 50 list highlights Brex's strong market position and innovative approach.
  • Participation in high-profile events like VB Transform 2024 and partnerships with companies like Column N.A. demonstrate Brex's influence and commitment to innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The ongoing wave of tech layoffs could impact Brex's growth and operational stability, as seen across the industry.
  • Brex faces intense competition from both traditional banks and other fintech companies, which could pressure their market share.

What makes Brex unique

  • Brex offers higher credit limits and no personal guarantees on their corporate credit cards, making them particularly attractive to startups and growing companies.
  • Their seamless integration with other business tools and focus on tech-driven financial solutions sets them apart from traditional banks.
  • Brex's use of generative AI to simplify complex financial topics and potentially offer digital CFO capabilities is a unique innovation in the fintech space.

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Benefits

Self-care. Health, dental, and vision; One Medical; Spring Health mental wellbeing; Calm membership.

Money. Competitive compensation with a biannual merit cycle, equity, 401(k) plan, and more.

Rest. Unlimited PTO if full-time, paid holidays, company weeks off, and parental leave.

Freedom. Remote-first, team and company offsites, monthly stipend, and one-time office setup budget.