Lead Counsel, Corporate

The Community You Will Join:

Airbnb’s Legal team embodies the company’s innovative, forward-thinking spirit. At the frontier of the new sharing economy, Airbnb is breaking new ground in matters of policy, law, and government relations. Where some see obstacles, we see the opportunity to find creative, practical solutions, right at the cutting edge. Our adventurous, fast-moving legal team is committed to building a team of talented, collaborative and self-motivated legal professionals across the globe who believe in Airbnb’s mission and leading as a 21st century company.

The Difference You Will Make:

We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated attorney to join us as Lead Counsel, Corporate. You'll be responsible for advising various Airbnb stakeholders regarding corporate legal matters. The primary focus will be on securities law disclosure review and advice (e.g., press and earnings releases, investor relations presentations, website disclosures, Regulation G, Regulation FD matters). You're business savvy, with a firm grasp of both legal and financial concepts, can take an active role with or support various other corporate legal matters, such as SEC filings, corporate governance and treasury support and partner closely with our founder, senior leadership and board members on board matters and committee meeting materials.

Your Expertise:

• J.D. with strong academic credentials and demonstrated record of success as a senior in-house lawyer or law firm partner.
• Member of California Bar or eligible to register as Registered In-House Counsel
• Minimum 12 years of significant knowledge and experience with in corporate matters at a law firm, in-house experience at a high growth company preferred
• Significant experience working with Securities Act and Exchange Act
• Experience supporting board committee processes, including preparation of meeting materials, minutes, and resolutions
• Experience supporting M&A and corporate transactions; comfort operating in a high-growth, deal-active environment a plus
• Experience working with international teams and cross border experience a plus
• Has experience with legal issues faced by technology companies
• Ability to establish rapport and collaborate effectively all levels of an organization
• Analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to distill complex or ambiguous issues into concise and actionable advice
• Highly organized, with the ability to adapt, prioritize and successfully manage multiple tasks or projects in response to changing or competing priorities
• Able to apply effective written and verbal communications skills to interactions with all levels of leadership