Company Overview:

One Park Financial (OPF) is a leading Financial Technology company dedicated to empowering small businesses by connecting them with flexible financing and funding options. Our mission is to provide entrepreneurs with the working capital they need to elevate their businesses. At OPF, we believe in working with high-performing individuals who are ready to play an integral part in our company's expansion — because our success hinges on our people.

Why Join Us?

At OPF, we foster a dynamic and inclusive company culture that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and personal growth. Our team is composed of passionate, driven individuals who are committed to making a difference. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of fintech.
• Professional Growth: We invest in our employees’ growth with continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and career advancement paths.
• Supportive Culture: Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a real impact.
• Community Focus: Be part of a company that understands the importance of small and mid-sized businesses to their communities and the nation’s financial health.
• High-Performing Team: Join a team of badasses who are committed to excellence and are integral to our company's expansion and success.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Manager to lead our legal collections department at OPF. Reporting directly to the General Counsel / Head of Legal, the Legal Manager will oversee the legal collection function's day-to-day operations and long-term direction, manage and develop the Legal Supervisor and the broader legal collections team, and serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on legal collections strategy, risk, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the legal collections department, including the Legal Supervisor and legal team members — setting priorities, providing mentorship and training, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Define and drive the legal collection department's strategy, policies, and processes to support the company's growth and risk management objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for complex legal collection matters, overseeing the review and negotiation of high-impact contracts and agreements.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic legal counsel on business decisions, compliance frameworks, and regulatory matters.
• Ensure the legal collection department's compliance with applicable laws and regulations, proactively identifying legal risks and implementing mitigation strategies across the organization.
• Collaborate closely with Associate Corporate Counsel on legal collection risks and exposure, and develop strategies to enhance legal collections.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial services in a leadership or managerial capacity, including direct oversight of supervisors or team leads.
• Proven track record of managing and developing teams, including supervisors, in a fast-paced financial services environment.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate legal risk into practical business guidance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and executive-level leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases.
• No legal experience or background is required for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Performance-based incentives
• Growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Company events and team-building activities