WHO WE ARE...
Maxwell was founded in 2015 by homebuyers who were shocked by the complexity and inefficiencies of the mortgage process for borrowers and lending teams alike. We’ve created a platform that has not only streamlined the process and made it more efficient - closing loans 45%+ faster - but has made mortgages more accessible in the process. And we’re just getting started.
Our mission is clear: give every lender in our network a permanent, disruptive financial advantage in their market. We are a company focused on creating an inclusive work environment and bringing equality to the mortgage process, to turn the tide of homeownership and spread financial empowerment. Intrigued? Read on.
WHAT WE HOPE FOR YOU...
As the VP of Legal, you will oversee all legal matters for Maxwell and serve as the primary legal advisor to the senior management team and the company. Reporting to the CEO, the General Counsel/VP of Legal will serve as a member of the Maxwell leadership team and will lead and manage the Legal, Compliance and Data Protection functions.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING...
- Lead and manage all legal matters for the company.
- Actively participate as a senior member of leadership, work across the company to provide legal and business counsel, and establish and influence appropriate ethical standards and legal considerations in company decisions and practices.
- Advise on business relationships and transactions; regulatory compliance; corporate governance; financing agreements; litigation; research and intellectual property matters; day-to-day business questions; and outside counsel management
- Negotiate, draft and implement a wide variety of complex, multi-party agreements in collaboration with departments throughout the organization
- Support potential M&A, investment and other corporate development activities, including the due diligence process, negotiation of term sheets and definitive transaction agreements and M&A playbooks and related support projects
- Identify and evaluate business and legal risks, and find creative ways to mitigate them while achieving business goals
- Reviewing, drafting, negotiating and interpreting a wide variety of commercial and finance contracts
- Leading or assisting in strategic transaction negotiations, managing litigation counsel, and assisting in HR and employment law matters
IDEALLY YOU'LL HAVE...
- J.D. degree and a state bar member in good standing
- 8+ years of legal experience related to FinTech or Financial Services/Mortgage industries
- Exposure or working knowledge of the mortgage industry and the risk associated
- Inquisitive and proactive in identifying legal issues & risks and proposing creative and effective solutions
- Proven track record of fostering relationships across all levels and operating through influence, with the confidence to formulate, advocate and drive ideas forward
- Proven ability to build, develop and/or enhance all types of corporate governance and policy management systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to negotiate, compromise and demonstrate diplomacy in sensitive situations, and to interact effectively with senior management
- Ability to make independent decisions and work with autonomy while excelling in a fast-paced, dynamic and collaborative environment
Expected Comp: $180,000-$200,000
**While we are fully remote due to Covid, this role will require applicants to be based in or planning to relocate to the Denver area.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU...
An opportunity to be part of an agile team of thinkers and doers who are driven, collaborative, and authentic. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our employees are our greatest asset, and you play a key role in shaping our incredible company and culture. Some of our benefits include:
- Competitive pay and meaningful equity as an employee at a fast-growing, venture-backed software company. We want you to participate and make decisions as an owner with our future in mind
- Flexible vacation time plus strong benefits packages offering a wide range of top-tier insurance plans so all Maxwell employees can find coverage that best suits their needs
- Up to 2 paid days off each year to volunteer at the charity of your choice
- An "Even Merrier Holidays" where Maxwell closes down the office to make sure employees spend time with family and friends or doing what they love most!
- A company that is people-centric: we care about our employees and foster an inclusive environment to ensure everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities for career progression
At Maxwell, we value our differences, and we encourage all—especially those whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in tech organizations—to apply. We're looking for candidates with great experience and alignment with our core values. Maxwell is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require further accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility of our roles, please reach out to [email protected]. All employment decisions at Maxwell are based on a person's merit, business needs, and role requirements.