Manager, Legislative Counsel

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<p>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.</p>

<p>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. </p>

<h2><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h2>

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<li>Provide legal expertise to Lyft’s Public Policy team on legislative issues.</li>

<li>Track, analyze, and evaluate proposed legislation across topic areas, identifying risks and opportunities. </li>

<li>Draft legislative language, amendments, and recommendations that reflect the interests of Lyft’s users and business.</li>

<li>Identify legislative trends and develop responsive strategies across subject matters and jurisdictions.</li>

<li>Collaborate cross-functionally to assess legislative impacts and inform decision-making.</li>

<li>Partner with Lyft’s regional Public Policy team members on market-specific legislative efforts.</li>

<li>Develop leading expertise on a specific issue area, in coordination with their manager. </li>

<li>Coordinate with Lyft’s compliance, legal, and operations teams as new regulatory frameworks are implemented.</li>

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<h2><strong>Experience:</strong></h2>

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<li>Law degree required.</li>

<li>5+ years of experience with legislative drafting for a local, state and/or federal legislative body, or at a trade association or company.</li>

<li>Exceptional ability to critically analyze policy and legal issues.</li>

<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to d

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