Senior Product Counsel

Whatnot

Remote regions

US

Benefits

16w maternity 16w paternity

Responsibilities:

  • Lead legal support for payments and financial services, advising product and engineering teams on innovative payment features and infrastructure.
  • Manage regulatory compliance for U.S. and international frameworks, and draft complex agreements with financial partners.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable policies and support expansion into new jurisdictions.

Qualifications:

  • Possess a J.D. and active bar membership with 8+ years of combined law firm and in-house experience in payments or fintech.
  • Demonstrate deep expertise in card network rules, money transmission laws, and negotiating commercial agreements.
  • Exhibit strong communication skills, a business-minded approach, and comfort working in a fast-paced, product-driven environment.

Logistics and Culture:

  • Work flexibly from home or global office hubs, with a requirement to live near NYC, Seattle, San Francisco, or Los Angeles.
  • Join a values-driven, remote-co-located team that moves fast, focuses on impactful work, and maintains a sense of humor and humility.
  • Contribute to shaping a new industry in live commerce within one of America's fastest-growing and top-rated startup employers.

Whatnot

Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe for buying, selling, and discovering a wide range of items like trading cards and electronics. As a fast-growing, remote-friendly startup recognized as a best employer, the company values moving quickly, focusing on user impact, and fostering a collaborative and humble culture.

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