Associate Counsel, Employment

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
Lyft is looking for a bright, energetic, and self-motivated attorney with at least X years of [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE] experience. You will assist with a wide variety of [JOB FUNCTION] matters that are core to the company’s business and growth, and you will work extensively across functions to help craft solutions to the novel legal challenges Lyft faces every day. The successful candidate will be entrepreneurial and comfortable working in an ambiguous, quickly-changing and fast-paced environment. You will report directly to [INSERT MANAGER TITLE}
Responsibilities:
Primary responsibility — meaning, hands-on work, not just supervising outside counsel — for a variety of legal matters, with an emphasis on [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE]
Collaborate closely with fellow Legal Team members to develop and implement [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE] strategy with an eye toward impact on Lyft’s broader business objectives
Proactively approach all aspects of [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE] including discovery, motion practice, witness preparation, and trial and appellate strategies
Analyze [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE] matters to effectively participate in decisions related to resolution strategy and demonstrate an ability to understand, interpret, and apply current law and regulations to Lyft’s current and prospective products and services
Efficient management of outside counsel, including tactical guidance, staffing, case management, budgeting, and alignment with Lyft’s broader legal strategy
Provide guidance to management on [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE]
Provide sound legal advice cross-functionally to other teams such as [INSERT LEGAL EXPERTISE]
Maintain effective communication with insurance carriers and other third parties
Experience:
[X] years practicing law at a leading law firm or in-house
J.D. from a top-tier law school
Member of the California bar
Strong preference is given to candidates with prior in-house experience and experience advising technology clients as outside counsel
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, judgment, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate autonomously while being a team player who brings a positive attitude to the workplace
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, rapidly-evolving workplace
Ability to think quickly on your feet, convey grace under pressure, and simultaneously manage complex workloads, multiple client demands, and shifting priorities
Be a resourceful self-starter and have a passion for results. Embody Lyft’s culture, and operate with high standards and ethics
An understanding of the transportation and ridesharing industries, as well as the sharing economy in general
Benefits:
Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
Mental health benefits
Family building benefits
Child care and pet benefits
401(k) plan to help save for your future
In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
Subsidized commuter benefits
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Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
[for Hybrid roles]
Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid
[for Nashville Hybrid roles]
Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule following the establishment of a Lyft office in Nashville — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid
[for Field Roles]
[optional] This role is on-site at a Lyft location full time. #Onsite
[for Tethered - NOT located near an office, if near office → use Hybrid language above]
This role is fully remote in [location], candidates for this role must be based in the [location] metro area. #Remote
Non-Executive Roles
The expected base pay range for this position in the [Location] area is [$X min zone] - [$Y mid zone]. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.
Executive Roles
The expected base pay range for this position in the [Location] area is [Min-mid]. In addition to the base pay, this role is eligible for competitive equity awards, bonuses, and benefits. You can read more about Lyft’s employee benefits here. [https://www.lyft.com/careers/life-at-lyft]
Total compensation is dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.