Senior Counsel, Corporate & M&A

Robinhood • Washington, DC

11h • $146,000 - $220,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Robinhood is seeking an experienced corporate attorney to support a broad range of corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, investments and strategic transactions, corporate governance, SEC reporting and compliance, capital markets transactions, global subsidiary and entity management, executive compensation and equity operations, treasury and tax-related matters, and other general corporate matters. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to Robinhood’s mission to democratize finance for all as part of a growing company and a fast-moving, collaborative team.

The position reports to the Director and Associate General Counsel, Corporate and M&A. It is based in the Menlo Park, California, or Washington, DC office, with in-person attendance expected at least three days per week.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or foreign equivalent.
• Membership in at least one U.S. State Bar and in good standing.
• At least 5 years of broad corporate, securities, and transactional experience at a major law firm and/or in-house.
• Strong collaboration, teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work across teams to drive alignment and action.
• Self-starter with ownership and the ability to execute in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities and deadlines, and adapt quickly.
• Strong work ethic, thoroughness, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to take a hands-on approach and help wherever needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with public technology and/or financial services companies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting and reviewing SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, proxy statements, and registration statements, and support the annual shareholder meeting process.
• Support corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, investments, and strategic transactions.
• Support board and shareholder governance activities, including preparing and reviewing board and committee meeting materials and drafting resolutions and minutes.
• Assist with global subsidiary and entity management, including forming and maintaining domestic and international subsidiaries, maintaining corporate records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and streamlining governance processes.
• Support investor relations and the quarterly earnings process, and help ensure Regulation FD compliance for investor communications.
• Support treasury and tax-related matters, including capital markets transactions, credit facilities, stock repurchase plans, tax structuring, and intercompany arrangements.
• Collaborate responsively with stakeholders and develop trusted relationships to facilitate coordinated teamwork.

Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees and 90% coverage for dependents.
• Access for eligible U.S. employees to invest in a private employee fund providing exposure to Robinhood Ventures funds.
• Access to AI tools and continuous AI skill-building.
• Flexible lifestyle spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Fertility benefits and mental health benefits.
• Company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more.
• Catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree