Assistant General Counsel, Employment
Apply NowCompany: Robinhood
Location: Denver, CO 80219
Description:
Join a leading fintech company that's democratizing finance for all.
Robinhood Markets was founded on a simple idea: that our financial markets should be accessible to all. With customers at the heart of our decisions, Robinhood and its subsidiaries and affiliates are lowering barriers and providing greater access to financial information. Together, we are building products and services that help create a financial system everyone can participate in.
With growth as the top priority...
The business is seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures and systems; playing a key-role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world - we'd love to have you apply.
About the team + role
Robinhood is looking for a highly qualified Assistant General Counsel, Employment to join its innovative legal department. Reporting to the VP and Deputy General Counsel of Corporate, Commercial and Privacy Legal, you will be a point person responsible for the management of complex employment matters, as well as advising and influencing business stakeholders. We are looking for an adaptable person who can handle rapidly shifting priorities with flexibility and perseverance. This is an exciting opportunity to add to our mission to democratize finance for all!
The role is located in the office location(s) listed on this job description which will align with our in-office working environment. Please connect with your recruiter for more information regarding our in-office philosophy and expectations.
What you'll do
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 salary range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. This role is also eligible to participate in a Robinhood bonus plan and Robinhood's equity plan. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$202,000-$238,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$178,000-$209,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL)
$158,000-$186,000 USD
Click here to learn more about available Benefits, which vary by region and Robinhood entity.
We're looking for more growth-minded and collaborative people to be a part of our journey in democratizing finance for all. If you're ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission-we'd love to have you apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every single requirement in this posting. At Robinhood, we're looking for people invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world, not just those who simply check off all the boxes.
Robinhood embraces a diversity of backgrounds and experiences and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Robinhood provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights. Please review the specific Robinhood Privacy Policy applicable to the country where you are applying.
Robinhood Markets was founded on a simple idea: that our financial markets should be accessible to all. With customers at the heart of our decisions, Robinhood and its subsidiaries and affiliates are lowering barriers and providing greater access to financial information. Together, we are building products and services that help create a financial system everyone can participate in.
With growth as the top priority...
The business is seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures and systems; playing a key-role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world - we'd love to have you apply.
About the team + role
Robinhood is looking for a highly qualified Assistant General Counsel, Employment to join its innovative legal department. Reporting to the VP and Deputy General Counsel of Corporate, Commercial and Privacy Legal, you will be a point person responsible for the management of complex employment matters, as well as advising and influencing business stakeholders. We are looking for an adaptable person who can handle rapidly shifting priorities with flexibility and perseverance. This is an exciting opportunity to add to our mission to democratize finance for all!
The role is located in the office location(s) listed on this job description which will align with our in-office working environment. Please connect with your recruiter for more information regarding our in-office philosophy and expectations.
What you'll do
- Serve as a consultant and advisor to the People Team by providing strategic employment law advice with respect to both US and international matters
- Partner with Robinhood's Litigation Team and assist with the handling all of phases of employment litigation and pre-litigation employment disputes
- Advise People Team on employee terminations, business reorganizations, investigations of employees' misconduct and violations of confidentiality agreements relating to IP
- Help create policies, standards and business procedures that comply with various state and international employment laws and regulations
- Structure, negotiate, and draft litigation separation agreements, new hire onboarding documents, and other related employment agreements and policies
- Provide support for corporate transactions, including due diligence related to employment matters for potential mergers, acquisitions or divestitures
- J.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) and membership in at least 1 U.S. state bar
- 9+ years relevant employment experience in a law firm and/or corporate law department required, including both counseling and litigation; prior in-house experience in financial services preferred
- Strong knowledge of employee privacy laws and/or international employment issues
- Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills; outstanding business judgment, coupled with the ability to give practical advice that balances business needs with legal risks
- Excellent written and communication skills, while being bale to build trust and credibility with partners at all levels and functions of the company
- Ability to handle ambiguity and work under pressure, while balancing different matters at once
- Experience collaborating with HR teams on employee privacy matters and.or through international expansion
- Market competitive and pay equity-focused compensation structure
- 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
- Annual lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more!
- Lifetime maximum benefit for family forming and fertility benefits
- Dedicated mental health support for employees and eligible dependents
- Generous time away including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
- Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter 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 salary range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. This role is also eligible to participate in a Robinhood bonus plan and Robinhood's equity plan. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$202,000-$238,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$178,000-$209,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL)
$158,000-$186,000 USD
Click here to learn more about available Benefits, which vary by region and Robinhood entity.
We're looking for more growth-minded and collaborative people to be a part of our journey in democratizing finance for all. If you're ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission-we'd love to have you apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every single requirement in this posting. At Robinhood, we're looking for people invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world, not just those who simply check off all the boxes.
Robinhood embraces a diversity of backgrounds and experiences and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Robinhood provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights. Please review the specific Robinhood Privacy Policy applicable to the country where you are applying.