• Provide legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and business units on legal, regulatory, compliance, governance, transactional, intellectual property and operational matters • Research and evaluate legal and regulatory risks related to business decisions and operations • Provide legal counsel regarding loan origination activities and applicable regulatory requirements • Handle inquiries, examinations, and communications with regulatory agencies and authorities • Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise on potential business impacts • Maintain and support corporate governance best practices, policies, and protocols • Oversee the administration and maintenance of the company’s regulatory compliance program • Develop, implement, update, and monitor company policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks • Partner with business leaders to ensure operational practices align with legal and regulatory requirements • Negotiate, draft, review, and interpret contracts, agreements, and other legal documents • Provide legal support for corporate transactions, strategic initiatives, and business growth opportunities • Structure, negotiate, and document debt and equity financing transactions • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to facilitate successful business transactions • Manage corporate litigation matters and oversee outside counsel • Support default management, loss mitigation, and related litigation activities • Identify legal and regulatory risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies • Provide guidance on dispute resolution, settlements, and enforcement matters as needed • Ensure documentation and business practices support defensibility and risk reduction

• Build trusted relationships with Sales, Deal Desk, Revenue Operations and other business stakeholders to support customer and channel transactions. • Lead the review, drafting and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS, BaaS, software, professional services, channel (including aggregator, reseller and GSI relationships) and NDAs. • Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice to Sales and business stakeholders, supporting negotiations through clear, pragmatic guidance while identifying, communicating and managing material legal, regulatory, privacy and commercial risks, and advising on compliance requirements, data protection obligations and internal approval processes. • Develop practical and defensible solutions to complex contractual and commercial issues, applying sound judgement to balance risk, identify appropriate mitigations and determine when escalation is required. • Anticipate potential contractual, legal or operational issues and take proactive steps to address them efficiently and reduce the risk of disputes or delays. • Support the development and continuous improvement of contract templates, negotiation playbooks and legal processes, and develop and deliver training and awareness programs to promote best practices and understanding of legal risks, contracting principles and company processes. • Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the Legal department and contribute to a positive, high-performing team culture.

Role Description In a fast paced, high expectation, results oriented environment, the SVP Corporate Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and support across the organization, including, in connection with, legal, regulatory, compliance, governance, transactional, and operational matters. This role partners with senior leadership and business units to identify risks, support strategic initiatives, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, while balancing legal considerations with business objectives. What Success Looks Like - Delivers practical legal advice that supports business objectives while managing legal and regulatory risk. - Maintains strong corporate governance and compliance across the organization. - Negotiates and manages contracts and transactions efficiently and accurately. - Partners effectively with business leaders to resolve legal issues and support strategic initiatives. - Protects the company's interests through proactive risk management and sound legal judgment. What You'll Be Doing (Core Responsibilities) Legal and Regulatory - Provide legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and business units on legal, regulatory, compliance, governance, transactional, intellectual property and operational matters. - Research and evaluate legal and regulatory risks related to business decisions and operations. - Provide legal counsel regarding loan origination activities and applicable regulatory requirements. - Handle inquiries, examinations, and communications with regulatory agencies and authorities. - Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise on potential business impacts. Corporate Governance and Compliance - Maintain and support corporate governance best practices, policies, and protocols. - Oversee the administration and maintenance of the company’s regulatory compliance program. - Develop, implement, update, and monitor company policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks. - Partner with business leaders to ensure operational practices align with legal and regulatory requirements. Contracts and Transactions - Negotiate, draft, review, and interpret contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. - Provide legal support for corporate transactions, strategic initiatives, and business growth opportunities. - Structure, negotiate, and document debt and equity financing transactions. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to facilitate successful business transactions. Litigation and Risk Management - Manage corporate litigation matters and oversee outside counsel. - Support default management, loss mitigation, and related litigation activities. - Identify legal and regulatory risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies. - Provide guidance on dispute resolution, settlements, and enforcement matters as needed. - Ensure documentation and business practices support defensibility and risk reduction. Qualifications - JD from an accredited law school. - Active bar membership in good standing in any U.S. state or the District of Columbia. Requirements - 6–10 years of legal experience required. - Law firm experience required, combined in-house counsel experience preferred. - Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills. - Exceptional project management, organizational, and communication skills. - Excellent business judgment and practical problem-solving abilities. - Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment. - Experience supporting financial services, lending, or regulated business environments preferred. Remote Work Requirements - Stable, reliable internet connection. - Professional and dedicated remote working setup. Preferred Background / Industry Experience - Financial services, commercial lending, banking, mortgage lending, fintech, or other highly regulated industries. Key Soft Skills - Sound judgment – Makes practical, well-reasoned legal and business decisions. - Communication – Clearly explains complex legal concepts to business stakeholders. - Negotiation – Builds consensus and negotiates favorable business outcomes. - Problem-solving – Identifies risks and develops practical, business-focused solutions. - Stakeholder management – Builds strong relationships and collaborates effectively across teams. Specific Technical Skills Needed - Contract drafting & negotiation – Prepares, reviews, and negotiates commercial agreements. - Corporate governance & compliance – Ensures adherence to corporate policies and regulatory requirements. - Legal research & analysis – Interprets laws and regulations to support business decisions. - Risk management – Identifies legal risks and recommends mitigation strategies. - Corporate transactions – Supports financing, commercial, and strategic business transactions. Benefits - 💰 Compensation includes a base salary of $125,000-$150,000, plus incentive compensation eligibility (equity and deferred cash bonus), based on level and company policy. - 🏖️ Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; a 401(k) with company match; and paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). - 🌍 Work Environment: This is a remote role with occasional travel. Ready to Apply? If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you - submit your CV in English and hit Apply.

• Build the Corporate Engine & IPO Readiness: Design and implement a best-in-class corporate governance framework to transition VAST from a late-stage private company to a public-market-ready enterprise. • Manage legal workstreams that identify and manage risk and prepare us for future diligence events. • Own the Board of Directors and Committee process: collaborate with the CLO and CEO on agendas, draft minutes, and manage board prep. • Act as the lead legal counsel for all M&A, joint ventures, and strategic investments. • Manage the full deal lifecycle from NDAs and due diligence to definitive agreement negotiation and post-closing. • Partner with Finance and Tax to lead VAST’s international expansion, including entity formation, intercompany agreements, and local regulatory compliance across EMEA, APJ, and beyond. • Serve as a trusted advisor to the People (HR) team on executive compensation, global equity incentive plans (including tax implications), and sensitive employment matters. • Build and scale "Legal Ops" processes, templates, and playbooks to drive efficiency.