General Counsel (GC)

Overview

A leading digital estate planning platform, founded in 2017 and trusted by over one million users, is seeking a General Counsel to join their leadership team. This role involves owning the legal function and providing practical legal guidance aligned with business strategy. Reporting directly to the CFO, the General Counsel will manage an in-house legal team and collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, finance, sales, marketing, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as General Counsel and key legal advisor to the CFO, CEO, President, and executive team.
• Lead the in-house legal team, including attorneys specializing in corporate matters, product estate planning, privacy, and AI.
• Oversee all legal matters across the organization, including regulatory compliance, employment law, privacy, intellectual property, litigation, contracts, and corporate governance.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel to ensure alignment with company goals and budget.
• Provide strategic guidance on consumer protection, fintech regulations, data privacy, and emerging AI legal frameworks.
• Drive development of legal process automation and scalable workflows.
• Collaborate with the People (HR) team on employment law, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and employee relations.
• Support cross-functional partners on strategic initiatives, especially in product development and sales.
• Anticipate and proactively assess legal risks as the company expands into new markets and product categories.

Requirements

• 15+ years of legal experience, including senior in-house leadership at a growth-stage company.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership (California or New York preferred).
• Experience managing and growing legal teams.
• Expertise in corporate law, product counseling, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of privacy, AI, and data use frameworks in technology companies.
• Exceptional communication skills with proven ability to advise executive teams and Boards.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, drive alignment, and lead with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Residency required in San Diego, CA, or New York City, NY.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in estate planning, insurtech, or consumer-facing SaaS.
• Prior legal support for AI/ML product development.
• Experience with venture-backed growth companies through late-stage scaling or mergers and acquisitions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $280,000 - $315,000 plus equity.
• Flexible paid time off, including generous company holidays, monthly friends & family day, and paid volunteer time.
• Comprehensive health benefits covering 100% of premiums for employees and dependents (medical, dental, vision, life, disability).
• Mental health support, primary care access, and family planning resources.
• Financial wellness benefits including unlimited 1:1 sessions with a financial coach and employer-sponsored 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Flexible work schedule and family-friendly environment.
• Up to $1,000 annually for learning and development.
• Optional company-sponsored events and travel.
• $500 work-from-home stipend plus Apple accessories.

Location

This position is open to candidates residing in San Diego, California, or New York City, New York. The organization operates as a remote-first company with an optional collaborative co-working space available in San Diego.