Senior Counsel, Corporate and M&A
New Yesterday
Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Washington, DC
Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
Robinhood is looking for an experienced corporate attorney to join our growing legal team. You will support a broad range of corporate legal matters including: corporate governance, SEC reporting and compliance, M&A and strategic transactions, capital markets transactions, global subsidiary management, executive compensation and equity administration, international expansion, treasury/tax related matters, and other general corporate matters.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly adaptable teammate to join a growing company and add to Robinhood’s mission to democratize finance for all. This role will report to the Director and Associate General Counsel, Corporate and M&A.
This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, New York, NY, or Washington, DC offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do Assist with global subsidiary governance, entity management, and expansion, including maintaining corporate records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and streamlining governance processes
Assist with drafting and reviewing SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings and registration statements and support the annual shareholder meeting process, including shareholder communications
Support corporate governance matters, including preparing and reviewing meeting materials and drafting resolutions and minutes in connection with Board and committee meetings and annual shareholder meetings
Support investor relations and the quarterly earnings process and help ensure Regulation FD compliance for all corporate communications
Help with the ongoing administration of all equity plans/programs and internal corporate policies, including insider trading policy and Rule 10b5-1 trading plans
Support all treasury and tax-related matters, including credit facilities, stock repurchase plans, tax structuring, and intercompany arrangements
Drive continuous improvements, scalability, and operational excellence in corporate legal processes and execution
What you bring J.D. from an ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent)
Membership in at least 1 U.S. State Bar, with good standing
5+ years of broad corporate, securities and transactional experience at a major law firm and/or in house
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with strong attention to detail; excellent ability to communicate information effectively internally and externally and to drive cross-functional alignment and action
An owner’s mentality with the ability to execute in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, juggle conflicting priorities to meet deadlines and adapt quickly to new surroundings
Strong collaborator and teammate with demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with other teams
Experience with public technology and/or financial services companies
What we offer Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Base Pay Range:
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$179,000 - $210,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$157,000 - $185,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)
$139,000 - $164,000 USD
Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.
If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review thePrivacy Policy for your country of application.
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- Location:
- New York, NY, United States
- Salary:
- $250,000 +
- Category:
- Legal