Legal at Brex

The Legal team helps the company grow responsibly, advocating for Brex and for the thousands of growing businesses we serve. We provide strategic advice and guidance to all Brex teams, protect Brex, advise on risk, and represent the company externally, negotiating with partners and interacting with regulators. Reimagining the financial system in a highly regulated environment requires creativity and resourcefulness, and we welcome the challenge.

What you’ll do

As Regulatory Affairs Counsel at Brex, you will be a critical strategic leader helping the company navigate the complex regulatory landscape at the intersection of financial services and technology. You will serve as the primary architect of our regulatory engagement strategy, including proactive cultivation and growth of key state, federal, and international regulatory relationships, management of regulatory audits, examinations, and other formal and informal regulator interactions and communications, and monitoring and assessment of legal and regulatory developments affecting Brex and its products. Together with cross-functional partners, you also will manage regulatory license engagements and comprehensive regulatory compliance efforts across multiple jurisdictions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing regulatory strategy, conducting in-depth regulatory analysis, and providing strategic guidance that protects and advances Brex's business objectives.

You will collaborate closely with internal teams, external regulators, legislators, bank partners, and industry groups to ensure Brex maintains a robust, forward-looking approach to regulatory compliance. By translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable strategies, you will help drive business growth while maintaining the highest standards of legal and regulatory excellence.

Where you’ll work

This role is fully remote; however, you must be based in the Washington, D.C. area due to the nature of the role and its requirements. The position involves regular interaction with federal regulators and policymakers, and proximity to key stakeholders in D.C. is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead Brex’s overall regulatory engagement strategy, including developing a forward-looking plan for managing relationships with federal and state regulators and legislators 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all formal and informal regulatory inquiries, examinations, and investigations, coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and strategic responses 
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key regulatory agencies and policymakers to support open dialogue and establish Brex as a trusted and responsible fintech leader 
• Represent Brex in industry working groups, trade associations, and policy discussions to help shape the future of financial regulation and advocate for innovation in fintech 
• Develop comprehensive position statements, draft detailed notices, and prepare substantive comment submissions that articulate Brex's perspective on emerging regulatory frameworks, proposed legislation, and industry-wide regulatory developments
• Collaborate with other legal teams, including product and regulatory, litigation and risk, and corporate to provide strategic regulatory advice to cross-functional and executive teams, helping the business make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape 
• Develop and maintain systems and tools to monitor legislative and regulatory changes across jurisdictions, providing timely, actionable insights to inform Brex’s regulatory strategy and compliance planning 
• Partner with bank partners and external counsel to align on regulatory requirements and develop coordinated, strategic approaches to compliance and regulatory engagement

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school, with a demonstrated track record of excellence in financial regulatory law. Bar admission and active standing in at least one U.S. state
• Minimum of 5+ years of legal experience in regulatory affairs, with a specific focus on financial technology, banking, payments, or related highly regulated industries 
• Deep understanding of federal and state regulatory landscapes, including comprehensive knowledge of agencies such as the Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC, state banking, lending, and money transmission regulators, and other relevant financial oversight bodies
• Demonstrated ability to develop sophisticated regulatory strategies, draft complex legal documents, and communicate effectively with high-level regulators, executive leadership, and cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strategic relationships with regulatory agencies, demonstrating diplomatic and persuasive communication skills in complex negotiation environments
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret intricate regulatory frameworks, assess potential legal risks, and develop innovative compliance solutions that balance regulatory requirements with business objectives
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to translate complex legal and regulatory concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to monitor, analyze, and synthesize rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes, providing strategic insights that support proactive compliance and business development
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple regulatory initiatives, track complex regulatory developments, and manage time-sensitive regulatory submissions
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse teams, including remote and cross-functional groups

Bonus Points

• Experience in fintech or adjacent innovative financial services sectors is strongly preferred, with a nuanced understanding of emerging regulatory challenges
• International regulatory experience, with proven expertise in navigating cross-border regulatory complexities, including familiarity with international financial regulations such as PSD2 across the European Union, the PSR 2017 in the United Kingdom, and the Financial Services and Markets Act of 2022 in Singapore
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional regulatory challenges in key markets such as Europe, Asia-Pacific, or Latin America is a significant plus

Compensation 

The expected salary range for this role is $189,600 - $237,000. However, the starting base pay will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s location, skills, experience, market demands, and internal pay parity. Depending on the position offered, equity and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package.