Director, Assistant General Counsel - Us Commercial & Product (discover Network)

Capital One

McLean, VA, US
Base: $209,500 - $286,900 annual; bonus/equity: pe...
Hybrid
Juris doctor from accredited law school
Active member of state bar
8+ years attorney experience
The role serves as a key strategic partner within the Capital One Legal Department, providing essential legal advice on commercial initiatives for the Discover Network

Job Summary

  • The role serves as a key strategic partner within the Capital One Legal Department, providing essential legal advice on commercial initiatives for the Discover Network.
  • Candidates will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and guiding the implementation of commercial agreements while supporting credit and fintech product innovations.
  • This position offers a competitive salary range between $209,500 and $286,900 depending on location, along with performance-based incentive compensation.

Matching Summary

The role serves as a key strategic partner within the Capital One Legal Department, providing essential legal advice on commercial initiatives for the Discover Network.

Salary

Base: $209,500 - $286,900 annual; Bonus/Equity: Performance based incentive compensation eligible; Benefits: Comprehensive health, financial, and other benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Juris Doctor from accredited law school
  • Active member of state bar
  • 8+ years attorney experience
  • Commercial contracting expertise
  • Risk identification and mitigation

Nice-to-have

  • Merchant or payment network experience
  • Fintech and payment innovation support
  • Growth mindset with openness to new ideas
  • Strong people skills for relationship building
  • Ownership mentality vs employee mindset

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree required
  • Active state bar membership
  • Minimum 8 years legal experience
  • US work authorization required
  • No sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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