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InstacartLegislative Counsel
Instacart is an enterprise operating at the intersection of marketplace regulation, gig economy labor, and food access, delivering essential groceries and household goods while offering earnings…
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Instacart is an enterprise operating at the intersection of marketplace regulation, gig economy labor, and food access, delivering essential groceries and household goods while offering earnings opportunities to personal shoppers. The company is hiring a Legislative Counsel to join the Legislative and Labor Team on a full-time, remote basis. This position is ideal for an experienced attorney looking to manage emerging legal frameworks, coordinate cross-functional regulatory responses, and guide compliance…
Job Description
Instacart is an enterprise operating at the intersection of marketplace regulation, gig economy labor, and food access, delivering essential groceries and household goods while offering earnings opportunities to personal shoppers. The company is hiring a Legislative Counsel to join the Legislative and Labor Team on a full-time, remote basis. This position is ideal for an experienced attorney looking to manage emerging legal frameworks, coordinate cross-functional regulatory responses, and guide compliance strategies in a rapidly changing sector.
Over the first year, the professional in this role will review legislation impacting marketplaces, gig economy participants, consumers, and retailers while delivering actionable guidance to internal partners. The position involves managing relationships with trade associations, external counsel, and industry partners, alongside building and sharing internal expertise regarding novel areas of law.
Instacart operates under a Flex First remote work model, granting employees the flexibility to choose their workspace while staying connected through periodic in-person events. Compensation varies depending on the permanent work location of the candidate.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate cross-functional regulatory responses across Operations, Product, Communications, and Policy and Government Affairs teams.
- Conduct comprehensive reviews of legislation impacting consumers, retailers, marketplace platforms, and gig economy participants.
- Deliver actionable legal guidance to business partners to support compliant operations.
- Develop and document compliance best practices and legal frameworks to address regulatory mandates.
- Manage relationships with external counsel, trade associations, and industry partners.
- Drive cross-industry initiatives to shape the regulatory conversation surrounding gig economy innovation.
- Build and share internal expertise concerning emerging legal areas relevant to the company.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree
- Minimum of 6 years of legal practice experience
- Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and deliver precise legal advice on legislative updates
- Experience dealing with regulatory matters, government agencies, or legislative bodies
- Proven success supporting compliance initiatives and executing legal frameworks
- Understanding of the regulatory landscape and legislative processes
Qualifications
- Experience with regulatory or legislative strategy
- Background in labor law
- Familiarity with gig economy platform companies, marketplace platform companies, or similarly regulated businesses
Core Skills
Benefits
- New hire equity grant
- Annual equity refresh grants
- Flex First remote work policy allowing employees to choose their work location
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is fully remote under Instacart's Flex First work model, allowing employees to choose where they work from.
What are the core requirements for the Legislative Counsel role?
Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree, have at least six years of legal practice experience, and possess a background in regulatory matters, government agencies, or legislative bodies.
What is the salary range for this job?
Base pay depends on the permanent location of the candidate, ranging from $193,000 to $244,000 USD based on the specific state.
Does the role include equity compensation?
Yes, this position is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual equity refresh grants.
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