Associate Counsel, Employment

Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic day-to-day employment advice and counseling on a broad range of employment issues in order to balance business impact and legal risk including HR practices, performance management, terminations, leaves of absence, investigations, and employee accommodations.
• Investigate pre-litigation and litigation matters. Develop and implement strategies for early resolution (as appropriate) and work with outside counsel as appropriate.
• Provide guidance and Interpret policies and procedures, incorporating knowledge of state and federal employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, NLRA, and Title VII and equivalent state and international laws).
• Provide legal counsel and support to a global workforce.
• Partner closely with Lyft's Employee Relations and People team professionals on employee complaints and investigations, performance management, and accommodations.
• Collaborate with other members of the Employment Legal Team and People Team to develop strong processes to ensure compliance with applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Develop and deliver training to managers and employees -- candidates must be comfortable with public speaking.
• Monitor important developments in employment law in jurisdictions across the country and internationally, striving to spot trends in their infancy.
• Work and build trust with cross-functional partners from teams across the Legal Department and the Company.
• Travel from time-to-time as necessary to service internal clients; develop cross-office relationships; and attend legal proceedings/negotiations.\

Experience

• 4+ years practicing employment law at a leading law firm and/or in-house, with experience and/or interest in advice and counseling
• Prior in-house experience and expertise supporting a global workforce is a plus but not required.
• Active and in good standing with a State Bar and eligible to practice in the relevant jurisdiction where you are located.
• J.D. from a top-tier law school
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, judgment, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Adept at thinking creatively (and strategically!) on your feet, conveying grace under pressure, and simultaneously managing complex workloads, multiple client demands, and shifting priorities all while instilling confidence
• Resourceful self-starter and have a passion for results. Embody Lyft's culture, and operate with high standards and ethics

Benefits

• Great 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 to help save for your future
• In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule following the establishment of a Lyft office in Nashville - Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

• The expected base pay range for this position in the Nashville area is $118,080-$147,600, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits.
• Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location.
• Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.