Summer Associate at Kapitus

Arlington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Advice, Research, Drafting, Negotiation, Communication, Attention To Detail, Time Management, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Attention: Kapitus is aware that individuals posing as recruiters may be communicating with job seekers about supposed positions with Kapitus. Kapitus has received reports that the content and method of communication can vary, but messages may contain requests for payment (e.g., fees for equipment or training) and/or for sensitive financial information. Kapitus will never ask a candidate for employment for payment or financial information during the initial application or interview process. All open positions are posted in location specific employment portals available at www.kapitus.com/careers All legitimate Kapitus job postings on employment sites will direct candidates to complete an application through these portals before completion of the hiring process. Candidates with additional questions or concerns regarding any recruiting communications or Kapitus’ recruiting process in general should email recruiting@kapitus.com The Kapitus Legal department delivers high quality legal advice, along with compliance and regulatory services, with integrity and objectivity to achieve Kapitus’ business goals. As a Summer Associate, you will gain hands-on experience working closely with mentors and colleagues as you are challenged with meaningful, business-critical projects. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of Kapitus’ business and the role of the Legal Department, and you will be able to draw on this experience as you consider your future career plans. What You Will Do: Provide support and assistance to attorneys in the provision of legal advice and counsel to business partners. Assist attorneys in supporting business partners by providing legal advice with respect to the day-to-day administration of the company, including Product Development, Sales/Marketing, Operations, Compliance, Finance, Contracts and/or Human Resources. Research applicable state laws/rules and regulations. Track, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments, as well as industry trends impacting the business. Assist in the drafting and negotiation of documentation relating to corporate transactions (e.g., vendor agreements, various financing arrangements, and/or other similar business relationships. Other duties as assigned. What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree Law school degree to be received no later than May 2027 Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail Ability to deal effectively with ambiguity and change Excellent organization and time management skills Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite Our Benefits: Hourly compensation of $25/hr Sick Time About Kapitus: Kapitus is one of the most reliable and respected names in small business financing. As both a direct lender and a marketplace built with a trusted network of lending partners, we can provide small businesses with the financing they need when, and how it is needed. We have spent our entire existence building a culture that makes us excited to come to work in the morning. Our company is fast paced, teammates need to be self-directed and have an internal motivation to do the right thing, even when the right thing takes a lot of hard work. We show our teammates our appreciation by offering great benefits, competitive pay and solid opportunity for growth. Company Mission: At Kapitus, our mission is to help small business owners grow their organizations by providing tailored, transparent, and ethical financing solutions. We invest in every business owner’s story and we are dedicated to building lasting relationships to champion their goals. We promise to keep the best interests of our clients at the center of the financing process by operating with transparency, fairness, and integrity. Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence.

Responsibilities

The Summer Associate will support attorneys by providing legal advice and counsel to business partners across various departments like Product Development, Sales/Marketing, Operations, and HR. Responsibilities include researching state laws/rules, tracking regulatory developments, and assisting in drafting and negotiating corporate transaction documentation.