General Counsel

Established in 2008, Reliant provides short term working capital for small and mid-sized businesses nationwide. Reliant has been named to the Inc. 500/5000 for 7 consecutive years and San Diego Business Journal’s 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies the past 7 years. Reliant is a leading alternative source for Small Business Funding, the 28th fastest growing Financial Services company in the United States.

As lead in-house legal officer, the General Counsel works under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer and has a responsibility for a wide range of legal matters, with an emphasis on contracting, in-house employment policies, regulatory oversight and related legal considerations, providing legal advice and strategy to management on legal implications of proposed actions and policies. The General Counsel will also oversee external counsel on various matters related to arbitration and the court. We are ideally looking for someone with both an excellent grasp of the law as well as a strong business mind.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Advises management on legal implications of ongoing regulatory developments, proposed actions, and policies

Takes part in the negotiation of contracts and addendums

Identification of potential risks to the Company and development of plans and processes to minimize or eliminate the risks

Oversee and manage outside counsel in their defense and prosecution of lawsuits and arbitrations

Develops litigation strategies to support servicing and collections

Experience handling employment related matters from inception through appeal

Experience with providing legal advice and counsel to human resources

Experience working with a dynamic, fast moving CEO, providing clear advice that is both proactive and reactive as situations arise

Excellent academic credentials and either top firm and/or in-house experience is required

Education and Experience

J.D. and a minimum of 5 years of professional legal experience

Experience as either in-house legal counsel or with a well-respected national or local law firm

Admission and status in good standing with CA State Bar (either as CA Bar License or In-House registered counsel, if barred in another state)

Proven strategic leadership and executive management skills

Prefer experience in matters involving regulation and financial services

Required Skills and Abilities

Excellent knowledge of general business and management principles, such as strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, production methods, and coordination of people and resources

Excellent ability to negotiate and manage complex commercial agreements, litigations, business processes and procedures

Excellent oral, written and presentation skills and the ability to understand the needs of internal and external customers

Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability when situations are very complex

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire others

Excellent organizational planning and follow-up skills

Must be available to work flexible hours

Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions of this role include sitting and standing for long periods of time, typing, data entry, reading on a computer, and communicating face to face and on telephone.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We Offer

• Medical, Vision and Dental Benefits

• Group Life, LTD and AD&D (Employer paid)

• 401K with match

• Group team building events

• Free onsite gym

• Paid sick, vacation and holidays

• Fun work environment

• Casual dress code

Reliant Funding is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and takes great pride in building a diverse work environment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.