The Associate General Counsel at Givebutter is a remote, full-time position that leads the internal legal function overseeing corporate governance, intellectual property, risk management, and employment law. This hands-on role is ideal for an experienced legal professional looking to build a lean in-house team at a fast-growing, payments-enabled fundraising platform in a regulated space.
Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position protects the foundation of the company by managing corporate governance, safeguarding intellectual property, overseeing enterprise risk, and supporting the workforce. The professional in this role acts as the primary legal advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors while supervising the Commercial & Product Counsel. The focus is on bringing legal work in-house to help the organization move quickly and securely.
Key Responsibilities
Own all corporate and board governance activities, including board minutes, resolutions, entity management, equity matters, annual filings, and regulatory reporting.
Manage and protect the intellectual property portfolio, covering trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, while leading overall IP strategy.
Oversee the corporate insurance program, including D&O, cyber liability, E&O, and general liability coverage, along with managing annual renewals and claims.
Lead the internal AI governance framework by developing policies for responsible AI use and monitoring legal developments in artificial intelligence.
Serve as the primary legal advisor to the People team on employment law matters, workplace investigations, and compensation and benefits.
Monitor and advise on legislative and regulatory updates impacting the business, such as nonprofit law, charitable solicitation regulations, and state-level requirements.
Assess enterprise legal risk across strategic initiatives, manage outside counsel engagements to scope and budget, and lead special dispute resolution projects.
Manage and develop the Commercial & Product Counsel while building scalable legal processes, policies, playbooks, and templates using AI-enabled tools.
Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active bar membership in good standing in the state of residence and/or California, New York, or Texas.
8 to 12 years of legal experience featuring a meaningful combination of top-tier law firm training and in-house experience at a technology or fintech company.
Demonstrated expertise in corporate governance, intellectual property management, and employment law.
Strong executive presence with the ability to advise senior leadership and boards with clarity, confidence, and sound judgment.
Experience managing commercial insurance programs and advising on enterprise risk.
Demonstrated experience navigating complex, state-by-state regulations and translating them into practical business guidance.
Professional fluency with AI tools to improve productivity and a solid understanding of responsible AI deployment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal issues into plain language.
Ability to operate independently with high autonomy in a fast-paced environment.
Skills and Tools
Corporate governance and board advisory
Intellectual property management and strategy
Employment law and employee relations
Enterprise risk management and commercial insurance
Regulatory compliance and state fundraising regulations
AI governance and AI-enabled legal workflow tools
Legal process and playbook development
Salary and Benefits
Annual salary range between $245,000 and $275,000 in USD.
Remote work flexibility from one of ten company hubs including Austin, Denver, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, Seattle, and Nashville.
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees, alongside HSA and FSA accounts.
50% coverage of Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for eligible dependents.
TalkSpace membership included through health insurance plans.
3% 401(k) match for eligible employees.
Flexible PTO policy featuring uncapped vacation days and company-recognized holidays.
Annual summer wellness week where the company closes to prioritize team rest.
12 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents with comprehensive leave planning through Aidora.
Company-paid UrbanSitter membership and care credits for childcare, senior care, pet care, and household support.
Home office stipend for high-quality technology and equipment upgrades.
Monthly coworking stipend for workspace flexibility.
Charitable giving program allowing employees to donate up to $50 per month to verified nonprofits.
Learning and development reimbursement opportunities.
About the Company
Givebutter is a recognized platform empowering changemakers to raise funds, manage donors, send communication blasts, and execute events in one central place. The platform operates on a transparent tip-or-fee model where use of the software is completely free. Certified as a Great Place to Work every year since 2021, the organization fosters a mission-driven culture where employees are encouraged to have fun and make a meaningful impact.
How to Apply
Apply directly on the official company careers page with your application materials.
