Senior Legislative and Political Counsel

We're transforming the grocery industry At Instacart , we invite the world to share love through food because we believe everyone should have access to the food they love and more time to enjoy it together. Where others see a simple need for grocery delivery, we see exciting complexity and endless opportunity to serve the varied needs of our community. We work to deliver an essential service that customers rely on to get their groceries and household goods, while also offering safe and flexible earnings opportunities to Instacart Personal Shoppers. Instacart has become a lifeline for millions of people, and we’re building the team to help push our shopping cart forward. If you’re ready to do the best work of your life, come join our table. Instacart is a Flex First team There’s no one-size fits all approach to how we do our best work. Our employees have the flexibility to choose where they do their best work—whether it’s from home, an office, or your favorite coffee shop—while staying connected and building community through regular in-person events. Learn more about our flexible approach to where we work. Overview About the Role- We're seeking an accomplished lawyer to join our Future of Work Team and tackle the dynamic intersection of law and policy at Instacart . In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-departmental teams to comprehend, navigate, and influence the regulatory and legislative landscapes that impact every aspect of our business. Your legal expertise will shape informed strategies and compliance initiatives, ensuring the company adapts proactively to ever-evolving challenges. This is an opportunity to work on high-impact projects in a fast-moving environment while continuously expanding your legal and strategic capabilities. About the Team- The Future of Work Team supports Instacart ’s mission to transform the gig economy. By proactively engaging with regulations and legislation, the team bridges the gap between policy and practice, ensuring compliance while driving innovation. Partnering cross-functionally across departments, we position Instacart as a leader in adapting to and shaping the legal frameworks within our rapidly evolving industry. About the Job As part of the Future of Work Team, you will: Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Operations, Policy Government Affairs, Communications, Product, and Engineering) to shape outcomes in regulatory and legislative proceedings impacting Instacart ’s business. Review, draft, evaluate, and advise on legislation relating to the gig economy, retailers, consumer product groups, consumers, and workers. Advise internal teams on regulatory laws to ensure compliance across Instacart 's operations. Develop and implement procedures and product changes to meet legislative and regulatory requirements. Provide expert legal advice on an array of matters, interpreting state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations. Manage outside counsel, trade organizations, coalitions, and experts to evaluate and drive strategic litigation or regulatory responses as needed. Build and maintain relationships with industry groups and partners; represent Instacart in cross-industry collaborations. Develop subject matter expertise in emerging areas as novel challenges arise. About You Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree. 5+ years of experience practicing law. Proven ability to provide clear, concise legal advice on legislative matters and collaborate across functional teams to achieve results. Experience engaging with legislative bodies and government agencies. A track record of success in strategizing and implementing compliance frameworks. Previous involvement in drafting or refining significant legislation. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with trade organizations and coalitions. Strong knowledge of legislative processes. Preferred Qualifications Experience in political law. Background in handling litigation strategy or regulatory challenges. Experience working in fast-paced, highly regulated environments like the gig economy or marketplace businesses. Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here . Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here . For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below. CA, NY, CT, NJ $253,000$281,000 USD WA $242,000$269,000 USD OR, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, RI, VT, DC, PA, VA, CO, TX, IL, HI $232,000$258,000 USD All other states $210,000$233,000 USD Originally posted on Himalayas