ABOUT US
Coastal is at the forefront of modern banking, combining strong financial infrastructure with cutting-edge Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) and fintech enablement strategies. We support not only individuals with their personal banking needs; we also empower businesses by integrating modern banking technology that drives growth, flexibility, and innovation.
At Coastal, we think and move like entrepreneurs; focused on impact, speed, and continuous improvement. We believe in working smart, collaborating deeply, and building solutions that unlock real potential. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, loves solving complex problems, and wants to help shape the future of banking, we’d love to meet you.
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OVERVIEW
This junior-level In-House Counsel role provides foundational legal support across Coastal Community Bank’s traditional banking and fintech/BaaS businesses. Working under the guidance of senior attorneys, this role focuses on legal research, contract review, issue-spotting, and supporting day-to-day legal workflows while developing expertise in banking and fintech law. This is an ideal opportunity for an early-career attorney seeking direct exposure to a wide range of legal matters in a fast-moving, innovative environment. This is an onsite position.
RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE
Contracts, Transactions & Commercial Support
• Assist with initial review of commercial, vendor, and technology contracts.
• Draft basic contract language, amendments, and templates under supervision.
• Identify and escalate potential legal or business risks to senior attorneys.
• Support contract administration tasks, including tracking, routing, and maintaining documentation.
• Help prepare summaries, checklists, and comparison charts for contract terms Legal Research & Regulatory Support
• Conduct legal research on banking, fintech, privacy, compliance, and commercial matters.
• Prepare research memos, issue summaries, and recommendations for senior attorney review.
• Assist with monitoring changes in laws and regulations relevant to banking and fintech.
• Support external attorneys on regulatory questions by gathering documents, drafting outlines, and preparing briefing materials.
Banking, Fintech, and Business Support
• Provide first-level issue spotting on operational or partnership matters, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Assist cross-functional teams by gathering details, coordinating information, and preparing legal summaries.
• Help review internal policies and procedures by checking for alignment with legal requirements under external attorney guidance.
Corporate Governance & Board Support
• Assist with preparing Board and committee materials, including first drafts and proofreading.
• Help maintain corporate governance documents, organizational charts, and recordkeeping.
• Participate in Board meetings primarily as a note-taker or observer. Stockholder Relations & Regulatory Filings
Stockholder Relations & Regulatory Filings
• Assist with gathering data and preparing initial drafts for governance disclosures and required filings.
• Support administrative aspects of stock issuance, transfers, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate corporate logs, shareholder records, and regulatory documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex legal, contractual, and
regulatory issues.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong contract negotiation skills with the ability to understand both legal and financial implications of terms.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; able to convey legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across teams and with leaders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet…