Associate Counsel, Employment

Lyft•Seattle, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lyft is seeking a pragmatic, self-motivated employment attorney to join its global Legal team. The attorney will primarily advise professionals on Lyft’s Employee Relations and People teams, providing timely, practical, business-minded guidance on employment matters. The role supports a global workforce and involves partnering across Legal and the Company in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The position is hybrid in Seattle after a Lyft office is established, with in-office work expected three days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Hybrid team members may work from anywhere for up to four weeks per year. Travel may be required from time to time to support internal clients, build cross-office relationships, and attend legal proceedings or negotiations. The expected Seattle-area base pay range is $132,480–$165,600, excluding potential equity, bonus, and benefits.

Requirements

At least 4 years practicing employment law at a leading law firm and/or in-house, with experience and/or interest in advice and counseling.
Experience litigating and/or counseling on compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination, harassment, and retaliation laws; preferably including analysis of California law.
Active and in good standing with a State Bar and eligible to practice in the relevant jurisdiction where located.
J.D. from a top-tier law school.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, judgment, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to think creatively and strategically, remain composed under pressure, and manage complex workloads, multiple client demands, and shifting priorities while instilling confidence.
Resourceful self-starter with a passion for results.
Ability to embody Lyft’s culture and operate with high standards and ethics.
Comfort with public speaking.
Ability to work in the office at least three days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after the Seattle office is established.

Nice To Haves

Prior in-house or seconded technology company experience.
Prior in-house experience and expertise supporting a global workforce.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day employment advice and counseling on HR practices, performance management, terminations, leaves of absence, investigations, and employee accommodations, balancing business impact and legal risk.
Investigate pre-litigation and litigation matters.
Develop and implement strategies for early resolution when appropriate and work with outside counsel as appropriate.
Provide guidance on and interpret policies and procedures using knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, NLRA, and Title VII, as well as equivalent state and international laws.
Provide legal counsel and support to a global workforce.
Partner with Employee Relations and People professionals on employee complaints, investigations, performance management, and accommodations.
Collaborate with Employment Legal and People team members to develop processes that support compliance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.
Develop and deliver training to managers and employees.
Monitor employment-law developments across the country and internationally, seeking to identify emerging trends.
Build trusted relationships with cross-functional partners across the Legal Department and Company.
Travel as necessary to serve internal clients, develop cross-office relationships, and attend legal proceedings or negotiations.

Benefits

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 with company match.
12 observed holidays.
Discretionary paid time off for salaried team members; 15 days of paid time off for hourly team members.
18 weeks of paid parental leave for biological, adoptive, and foster parents.
Subsidized commuter benefits.
Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership.
Potential equity offering and bonus.