Who are we?
At Finastra, were a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping whats next for the industry. Our technology powers mission-critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the worlds top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
What will you contribute?
You will join Finastras Product Legal teaman internal group of attorneys and compliance professionals responsible for anticipating, interpreting, and operationalizing regulatory change across Finastra software products. The team monitors evolving legal and regulatory requirements, translates those requirements into clear product guidance, and partners with product, engineering, and leadership teams to embed compliance into product design and delivery.
In this role, you will help make legal complexity actionable and understandable for internal stakeholders and, ultimately, for Finastras financial institution customers. Your work will directly influence how compliant functionality is delivered to market, supporting product managers, engineers, and leadership primarily within Finastras Lending Business Unit, and across the organization as needed.
You will report to the Senior Director of Product Legal and will work at the intersection of regulatory compliance, product functionality, and risk management. This position is well suited for an attorney who is highly interested in applying regulatory analysis in a product development environment.
Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Your deliverables will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Proactively monitoring U.S. Federal and state legal and regulatory developments and identifying potential impacts on Finastra software products.
Engaging and coordinating with outside legal counsel in numerous U.S. states regarding state and federal laws, regulations and cases relevant to product compliance.
Translating regulatory and legal changes into clear, actionable guidance for product managers and product leadership.
Assessing the compliance-related legal risk associated with product enhancements and defects, , and advising on appropriate mitigation strategies.
Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders - including product management, engineering, release management and others - throughout the software change management lifecycle to support ongoing product compliance.
Authoring and collaborating on legal and product requirements to drive compliance into Finastra software products.
Reviewing and authoring customer-facing information regarding various regulatory compliance and product function issues.
Creating and delivering clear, effective internal and external presentations on legal and regulatory issues impacting Finastra software products and our financial institutions customers.
Required Experience:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and an active bar admission in any U.S. state.
Proven legal experience, including researching, interpreting, and applying U.S. federal and state statutes and regulations related to U.S. financial institutions; relevant global regulatory experience is a plus.
Experience in banking, lending, or fintech is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to analyze regulatory requirements with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, while maintaining a strategic, risk-based perspective.
Proficient using legal research software (e.g., Lexis) and strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications and virtual meeting technologies (e.g.. Teams).
Proven ability communicating complex legal concepts clearly and practically to non-legal audiences, particularly product managers, engineers, and product leadership.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with experience presenting to both small groups and larger audiences.
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently when required.
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, outside counsel, and others in a professional and constructive manner.
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:
Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
Well-being: Access confidential one-to-one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thriveinside and outside of work.
Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*
Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation-matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastraopen to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
At Finastra, each individual is uniquebringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.