Gusto
AI Product Counsel Denver, CO;San Francisco, CA;New York, NY
Gusto, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; New York, NY
About Gusto
Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That’s why we’re committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy. About the Role
We are seeking a Product Counsel to join the growing Product Legal team to meet the expanding needs of our company and our customers. In this role, you will be advising and partnering with our business teams to develop, enhance and scale Gusto’s growing suite of AI powered products and services. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of small business owners and to play a pivotal role in Gusto’s generative AI business strategy. If you thrive in fast paced environments, and excel at finding creative solutions, dreaming big, and executing on complex cross functional projects this role is perfect for you! About the Team
Gusto’s Legal & Compliance team
partners with product and engineering teams to enable innovation, facilitate responsible company growth, accelerate the Gusto roadmap, and provide compliant products to our customers, through solution-focused counsel on legal and business risks. We are passionate about using groundbreaking technology and excellent service to elevate the experience of small business owners and their employees. Each team member is a true owner and makes a tremendous impact every day. Responsibilities
Counsel the product, engineering, and design teams on a range of issues including data privacy, AI use, and consumer protections. Research and advise on complex regulatory frameworks to design or enhance innovative and regulated AI-powered products and services that support the HR and compliance needs of small businesses. Contribute to our product suite from brainstorm and ideation through launch. Contribute to key initiatives helping to mature our Legal & Compliance team’s functions. Qualifications
JD degree and a member of a State bar/active license to practice law. 7+ years of combined legal experience, with experience working in an in-house legal department at a technology company. Experience must include data privacy, AI product counseling, and/or AI governance. Experience providing pragmatic legal guidance related to tech products. What we’d love to see you bring
A collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to work well independently under pressure, while contributing to cross-functional teams. Enthusiasm for how technology can streamline and improve HR processes and painpoints. Experience with consumer protection, HIPAA, employment, consumer finance/fintech, and/or start-up law. Demonstrated ability to build consensus and build strong relationships. An eagerness to dive in, build, and drive projects independently. Experience creatively solving problems, taking into account legal risk and business needs. A team player mindset (no job is too big or too small). Attention to detail and the ability to follow through in a fast-paced environment. Office & Compensation
Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Our cash compensation amount for this role is between $168,935 - $208,353/year in Denver, and between $199,150 - $245,618/year for New York/San Francisco. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Our Commitment
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Voluntary Self-Identification
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it helps us to build better products, better serve our customers, and makes our company stronger. In addition to the information required to consider your application, below is a set of demographic questions that help us identify areas for improvement in our process and further support the development and execution of our diversity efforts and programs as well as to create a more inclusive environment for all employees. Your responses to these questions will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Your responses, or your wish not to answer, will not be associated with your specific application, will not be shared with hiring managers, and will not in any way be used in making any employment decisions. Please use this as a reference while completing the disability self-identification: You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Blindness Deafness Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy Autism Cerebral palsy HIV/AIDS Bipolar disorder Multiple sclerosis (MS) Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair How would you describe your gender identity (please select one)? * I identify as transgender (please select one): * I identify my sexual orientation as (please select one): * I identify my race/ethnicity as (mark all that apply): * Veteran Status (please select one): * I have a disability (please select one): * I identify as a first-generation professional (please select one): *
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Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That’s why we’re committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy. About the Role
We are seeking a Product Counsel to join the growing Product Legal team to meet the expanding needs of our company and our customers. In this role, you will be advising and partnering with our business teams to develop, enhance and scale Gusto’s growing suite of AI powered products and services. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of small business owners and to play a pivotal role in Gusto’s generative AI business strategy. If you thrive in fast paced environments, and excel at finding creative solutions, dreaming big, and executing on complex cross functional projects this role is perfect for you! About the Team
Gusto’s Legal & Compliance team
partners with product and engineering teams to enable innovation, facilitate responsible company growth, accelerate the Gusto roadmap, and provide compliant products to our customers, through solution-focused counsel on legal and business risks. We are passionate about using groundbreaking technology and excellent service to elevate the experience of small business owners and their employees. Each team member is a true owner and makes a tremendous impact every day. Responsibilities
Counsel the product, engineering, and design teams on a range of issues including data privacy, AI use, and consumer protections. Research and advise on complex regulatory frameworks to design or enhance innovative and regulated AI-powered products and services that support the HR and compliance needs of small businesses. Contribute to our product suite from brainstorm and ideation through launch. Contribute to key initiatives helping to mature our Legal & Compliance team’s functions. Qualifications
JD degree and a member of a State bar/active license to practice law. 7+ years of combined legal experience, with experience working in an in-house legal department at a technology company. Experience must include data privacy, AI product counseling, and/or AI governance. Experience providing pragmatic legal guidance related to tech products. What we’d love to see you bring
A collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to work well independently under pressure, while contributing to cross-functional teams. Enthusiasm for how technology can streamline and improve HR processes and painpoints. Experience with consumer protection, HIPAA, employment, consumer finance/fintech, and/or start-up law. Demonstrated ability to build consensus and build strong relationships. An eagerness to dive in, build, and drive projects independently. Experience creatively solving problems, taking into account legal risk and business needs. A team player mindset (no job is too big or too small). Attention to detail and the ability to follow through in a fast-paced environment. Office & Compensation
Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Our cash compensation amount for this role is between $168,935 - $208,353/year in Denver, and between $199,150 - $245,618/year for New York/San Francisco. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Our Commitment
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Voluntary Self-Identification
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it helps us to build better products, better serve our customers, and makes our company stronger. In addition to the information required to consider your application, below is a set of demographic questions that help us identify areas for improvement in our process and further support the development and execution of our diversity efforts and programs as well as to create a more inclusive environment for all employees. Your responses to these questions will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Your responses, or your wish not to answer, will not be associated with your specific application, will not be shared with hiring managers, and will not in any way be used in making any employment decisions. Please use this as a reference while completing the disability self-identification: You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Blindness Deafness Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy Autism Cerebral palsy HIV/AIDS Bipolar disorder Multiple sclerosis (MS) Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair How would you describe your gender identity (please select one)? * I identify as transgender (please select one): * I identify my sexual orientation as (please select one): * I identify my race/ethnicity as (mark all that apply): * Veteran Status (please select one): * I have a disability (please select one): * I identify as a first-generation professional (please select one): *
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