Legislative Counsel shaping regulatory strategy and compliance frameworks for Instacart’s grocery delivery marketplace. Advising cross-functional teams on gig economy legislation and regulatory matters.
Responsibilities
Coordinate cross-functional regulatory responses with Policy and Government Affairs, Operations, Product, and Communications teams
Review legislation impacting gig economy participants, marketplaces, retailers, and consumers
Deliver actionable legal guidance to business partners to support compliant operations
Develop and document legal frameworks and compliance best practices
Manage relationships with external counsel, trade associations, and industry partners
Support cross-industry initiatives shaping the regulatory conversation around gig economy innovation
Build and share expertise in emerging legal areas relevant to Instacart’s business
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) degree
3+ years of experience practicing law
Ability to synthesize, analyze, and provide precise legal advice in response to legislative updates
Experience working with legislative bodies, government agencies, or regulatory matters
Success supporting compliance initiatives and executing legal frameworks
Understanding of legislative processes and the regulatory landscape
Currently eligible locations limited to Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia
Experience with legislative or regulatory strategy (preferred)
Familiarity with marketplace platform companies, gig economy platform companies, or similarly highly regulated businesses (preferred)
Benefits
Flexibility to work from home, an office, or a coffee shop
Regular in-person events to stay connected and build community
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