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Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
Legal Counsel
New York, New York, USA
Full Time / Hybrid
About the Company
Nitra's mission is to build a more efficient healthcare system and the technology that makes it possible. Our goal is to provide an ecosystem of fintech and software solutions that help doctors better manage their practices, so they can have time back to focus on what matters to them most.
We operate with urgency, intensity, and ambition. The bar is high because the opportunity is massive. We expect excellence, ownership, and intellectual rigor from every team member. We move fast, make bold decisions, and hold ourselves accountable to results. At the same time, we believe great companies are built on trust and respect. Every voice matters. Every contribution counts. When we win, we win together.
We are scaling rapidly and on a clear trajectory toward becoming a unicorn this year - and beyond. Our growth is not accidental; it’s the result of disciplined execution, relentless focus, and a team that refuses to settle. We are building a category-defining company, and we’re looking for people who want to do the most meaningful work of their careers.
If you want comfort, this isn’t the place.
If you want impact, ownership, and the chance to help build a generational fintech company, welcome.
Responsibilities
As a Legal Counsel at Nitra, you will:
- Provide legal guidance on issues such as corporate governance, employment law, contracts, data protection, and intellectual property rights.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including commercial contracts, partnership agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Ensure the company’s compliance with financial regulations, credit risk procedures, and applicable statutory requirements.
- Manage corporate governance for Nitra, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the protection of intellectual property including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
- Advise on funding rounds, equity plans, and other financial transactions.
- Collaborate with management to devise strategies that minimize legal risks and enhance business operations.
- Handle any litigation or legal disputes that arise.
- Educate and provide training to company staff on compliance and legal issues.
- Coordinate with external counsel as needed to ensure comprehensive legal coverage.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience as counsel in the financial industry
- Minimum 2 years of big law experience is highly preferred
- Experience at a FinTech start-up a plus
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with different teams across the company
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Comfortable with working with internal and external senior level executives
We Offer
- Equity - Everyone at Nitra is an owner. When the company wins, you win.
- Competitive Salary - You’re the best of the best, and your salary will reflect your experience and reward your contributions to Nitra.
- Health Care - Your health comes first. We offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance options.
- Retirement Benefits - Your financial stability matters to us so we provide a generous employer 401K match.
- Hybrid Policy - Nitra maintains a hybrid work policy, with team members working from the office four days per week and Wednesdays designated as a work-from-home day.
Salary
The salary range for this full-time position is $190k - $230k + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Diversity and Inclusion
Nitra values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.