Manager, Legislative Counsel

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

Lyft is looking for a Legislative Counsel to join our fast-growing and fast-paced team. Based in Washington D.C this stellar individual will be directly involved in shaping the policy framework for the evolving ridesharing industry as a pivotal part of our Public Policy team.

Provide legal expertise to Lyft’s Public Policy team on legislative issues.
Track, analyze, and evaluate proposed legislation across topic areas, identifying risks and opportunities. 
Draft legislative language, amendments, and recommendations that reflect the interests of Lyft’s users and business.
Identify legislative trends and develop responsive strategies across subject matters and jurisdictions.
Collaborate cross-functionally to assess legislative impacts and inform decision-making.
Partner with Lyft’s regional Public Policy team members on market-specific legislative efforts.
Develop leading expertise on a specific issue area, in coordination with their manager. 
Coordinate with Lyft’s compliance, legal, and operations teams as new regulatory frameworks are implemented.
Law degree required.
5+ years of experience with legislative drafting for a local, state and/or federal legislative body, or at a trade association or company.
Exceptional ability to critically analyze policy and legal issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding (and sometimes unstructured) environment.
Self-starter; intrinsically motivated.
Experience with insurance, transportation, technology, AI, privacy, or labor and employment law a plus but not required