General Counsel

Sezzle is seeking a best-in-class tech-driven General Counsel to lead its legal and compliance function as a technology-first operator. The role requires demonstrated experience in AI implementation, building or leading compliance operations, and navigating regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading AI implementation, experience in consumer lending regulation, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• J.D. from a top-ranked U.S. law school
• 8-15 years of relevant legal experience
• Experience building or leading compliance operations at a high-growth fintech, digital lender, or regulated technology company
• Regulatory experience navigating CFPB, FTC, state banking regulators, and/or FDIC examinations
• Deep expertise in U.S. consumer lending regulation with direct BNPL, pay-in-four, short-term lending, earned wage access, or adjacent consumer finance experience
• Strong team-building instincts and strategic thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present to the Board and external regulators