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 • Competitive compensation + equity • Comprehensive healthcare and dental coverage for you • 401(k) plan • Generous PTO: 13 accrued days, plus company shutdown December 24–January 1 • Free lunch & dinner at the office • Annual company-paid retreats • Developmental bonuses: support for professional development tied to cloud and related fields