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Pumpcareers
In-House Counsel
San Francisco, California
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- Role family
- Legal
- Seniority
- Mid level
- Stated salary
- $150,000 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 1 Sept 2026
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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
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