Assistant General Counsel, Employment

Robinhood

JOIN US IN BUILDING THE FUTURE OF FINANCE. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. ABOUT THE TEAM + ROLE We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.  The Robinhood Legal team’s mission is to provide strategic, forward-looking, and comprehensive legal guidance across the entire company, enabling the safe and compliant expansion of our innovative financial offerings. We bridge the gap between complex financial regulations and cutting-edge product engineering to protect our customers, support our business growth, and maintain corporate integrity. We are looking for an experienced and innovative credit attorney to join our product and regulatory counsel team as an Assistant General Counsel, reporting to the Director and Associate General Counsel, Derivatives, Banking, and IP at Robinhood.  As an Assistant General Counsel, Credit Cards, you will serve as the primary legal architect and product counsel for our credit ecosystem, guiding multi-functional teams from ideation through launch. You will manage regulatory compliance, craft robust consumer agreements, and directly shape the future of our retail credit card and consumer banking initiatives! In this role, you’ll partner directly with our product, engineering, and compliance teams on consumer credit and consumer banking-related product launches! The successful candidate will be an engaged and resourceful self-starter, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and excellent at building strong relationships. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company and add to our mission to democratize finance for all! This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, New York, NY, or Washington, DC office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.  WHAT YOU’LL DO * Provide end-to-end counseling on a range of retail products, including those that touch upon payments, credit cards, and banking-related products and services, working with colleagues and cross-functional stakeholders across the company * Respond promptly to a wide range of complex legal requests and coordinate closely with your team and outside counsel to deliver practical, timely, and high-quality advice * Identify and assess business and legal risks, and find creative ways to mitigate them while achieving product goals * Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations * Advise on, review, and draft consumer agreements in support of new products * Develop trusted relationships to facilitate a coordinated team approach to launching new products and features * Be a business partner, and think like a proactive product owner, not just a legal advisor * Pitch in on legal work across the team whenever needed WHAT YOU BRING * J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school (or foreign equivalent) * Membership in at least 1 U.S. State Bar, with good standing * 7+ years of relevant work experience across a law firm, government agency, or a fast-paced technology, financial services, banking, lending, payments, or fintech company * Well-developed knowledge and experience with consumer lending products, including credit cards and applicable federal consumer financial protection laws such as the Truth in Lending Act, the Equal Opportunity Credit Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act * Deep understanding of consumer banking products, including deposit accounts and applicable federal consumer financial protection laws such as the Expedited Funds Availability Act, the Truth in Savings Act, and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act * Experience working with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and its rules and regulations * Advanced expertise with payments industry legal issues and applicable compliance requirements and regulations, including NACHA Rules, card network rules, Bank Secrecy Act / anti-money laundering rules, and state money transmission services regulation * Experience supporting the rollout of retail-based customer products and services * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate information effectively to non-legal audiences and drive cross-functional alignment * An execution-oriented mindset with the agility, drive, and creativity to deliver results WHAT WE OFFER * Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career. * Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching. * Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents. * Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more. * Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits. * Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more! * Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces. In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process. Base Pay Range: Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) $217,000—$255,000 USD Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) $191,000—$224,000 USD Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) $170,000—$199,000 USD Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity. If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application. Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.

Robinhood

JOIN US IN BUILDING THE FUTURE OF FINANCE. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. ABOUT THE TEAM + ROLE We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.  Robinhood is looking for an Assistant General Counsel to join our growing Regulatory legal team. We are looking for an attorney with experience in retail broker-dealer regulation who is excited to work at the intersection of regulation, technology, and finance. We are looking for a highly adaptable and collaborative person who can handle ambiguity and rapidly shifting priorities with flexibility and perseverance. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company and support our mission to democratize finance for all. This role is based in our New York, NY; Washington DC; or Menlo Park, CA office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.  WHAT YOU’LL DO * Navigate complex regulatory frameworks to help the business design innovative financial products and services * Identify and draft necessary changes to the firm's systems and procedures to meet the requirements of new rules/regulations * Engage with regulators, including the SEC and FINRA, and other external parties * Draft agreements, policies and procedures, disclosures, account documentation and website materials * Review marketing materials, advertisements, and other communications with the public * Resolve customer account issues related to estates, bankruptcies, powers of attorney, and related matters. * Monitor SEC/FINRA and SRO rule developments and making resulting recommendations * Research securities and brokerage questions and providing legal analysis and recommendations * Partner cross-functionally with teams including litigation, compliance, product and government affairs WHAT YOU BRING * J.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) and membership in at least 1 U.S. state bar * 5-7+ years of legal practice experience specializing in advising retail broker-dealers * Knowledge or expertise in the rules and regulations relevant to broker-dealers, including for example: sales practice rules, Reg BI, Form CRS, licensing and registration, communications with the public, and books and records * Experience supporting different types of brokerage accounts, including for example, IRAs, trusts, and custodial accounts. * Track record of developing practical solutions to novel problems * Exceptional project management and communication skills * In-house legal experience * Experience at a federal or state financial regulatory agency * Experience with finance, technology or start-up organizations * Ability to provide practical, strategic and business-oriented legal advice * Ability to effectively manage multiple time sensitive tasks and react to ever-shifting priorities * Experience drafting comment letters, working with industry trade groups, and engaging in rulemaking and legislative advocacy efforts * Experience working with options, privacy, advisory, and cryptocurrency is a plus WHAT WE OFFER * Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career. * Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching. * Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents. * Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more. * Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits. * Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more! * Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.   In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process. Base Pay Range: Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) $217,000—$255,000 USD Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) $191,000—$224,000 USD Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) $170,000—$199,000 USD Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity. If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application. Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.

Databricks

Databricks — the global leader in data and AI — is looking for a motivated Legal Counsel to play a key role in our growing EMEA business. This is an opportunity to bring your SaaS commercial experience to a company defining the next generation of data, analytics and AI — partnering with sales teams to enable some of the world's most innovative organisations to build on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. You will report to the Director & Assistant General Counsel, EMEA Commercial Legal, and will be a valued part of the team responsible for reviewing and negotiating customer agreements, providing legal support for revenue-generating activities of Databricks, and helping the business to improve processes and scale at pace. THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE: * Working in partnership with the sales teams to enable some of the best known companies in the world to adopt the world's leading data and AI platform. * You will diligently help resolve legal issues to enable smooth and timely transactions, escalating to senior team members where appropriate. * You will work collaboratively within an experienced and supportive legal team that will invest in your development and learn to confidently guide our sales teams on internal processes. * You will have a genuine appetite to test, adopt and champion AI tools that make our legal function faster and smarter. * Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, such as MCSAs, SOWs and Order Forms, ensuring that Databricks' risk position is protected and internal compliance requirements are met; * Supporting the end-to-end contract management lifecycle, providing practical, commercially-minded advice to sales and professional services teams on contractual risks and commercial matters; * Actively testing and adopting AI tools to improve the efficiency of contract review and the wider legal function, and contributing to process improvements and good practices that help us scale; * Providing support and enablement to sales teams on key contractual requirements, best practices and contract management; * Developing a strong understanding of Databricks' internal structures, product offerings, technology, security/data protection positions and policies to give you a foundation for providing support across Databricks' lines of business; * Building your understanding of Databricks' commercial offerings to support sales teams (and customers where needed) during negotiations; * Applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to propose business solutions which can meet the business' and customers' needs; * Cultivating strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders to support the Company's go-to-market efforts across EMEA; & * Contributing as a team player to help further the status of the legal department as a respected and valued partner within the company. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE: * Bachelor's degree (or equivalent); * Qualified lawyer (or equivalent), with approximately 3 years' PQE; * Experience gained in-house at a leading SaaS company (or in private practice supporting one) with a regular/quarterly sales cycle; * Solid experience negotiating MSAs, NDAs, Order Forms and legal amendments with enterprise customers; * Familiarity with, or willingness to quickly learn, large CRM systems (like Salesforce) and contract management systems (like Ironclad); * A genuine willingness to test and adopt AI tools to improve the efficiency and quality of legal work — this is a must, not a nice-to-have; * Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise time and business needs in the face of competing demands; * Experience working with sales teams; * A real appetite for the challenge of supporting a world-leading data and AI company operating at hyper-growth scale. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.