Counsel, Employment and Ethics

Airbnb; United States; Remote; USD 191,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sharing economy is seeking a Counsel for Employment and Ethics. This role involves providing legal advice on employment issues and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in employment law, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of relevant experience in employment and ethics.
• Experience in international, multicultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on global employment and ethics issues.
• Lead projects to improve employment and ethics policies.
• Manage employment disputes and internal investigations.

Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Bar admission in the US

Job description

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Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

Airbnb’s Legal Department is a global team that requires working with diverse international colleagues. The successful candidate will be adaptable, collaborative, and embody Airbnb’s Core Values. They should approach complex legal issues with a balance of local and global perspectives, be adaptable to cultural differences, and demonstrate a commitment to ethics, integrity, diversity, and belonging.

The Community You Will Join

Airbnb's Legal team embodies the company's innovative spirit. We are at the forefront of the sharing economy, addressing policy, law, and government relations with creative solutions. We aim to build a talented, collaborative, and self-motivated legal team globally who believe in Airbnb's mission and leading as a 21st-century company.

The Role

We are seeking a Counsel, Employment & Ethics—an adaptable, collaborative attorney with experience in employment, ethics, and compliance. You should handle ambiguity and shifting priorities with flexibility, compassion, and poise. You will assess legal risks, lead investigations, and provide strategic advice in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide legal counsel on global employment and ethics issues, including harassment prevention, compensation, benefits, performance management, reorganizations, and leaves of absence.
2. Support Employee Experience and business partners on complex employment and ethics matters, delivering practical advice to meet objectives while mitigating legal risks.
3. Lead projects to improve employment and ethics policies, ensuring legal compliance across jurisdictions.
4. Manage employment disputes, internal investigations, and compliance communications.
5. Review and support Airbnb’s conflict of interest disclosures, gift and entertainment policies, and training programs.
6. Monitor compliance with employment, anti-bribery, and corruption laws, collaborating with public policy and regional legal teams.
7. Foster collaboration across global functions and promote an inclusive, ethical workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

Required Expertise

• Creative, flexible attorney with 4-6+ years of relevant experience in employment and ethics.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with business leaders and handle investigations.
• Experience in international, multicultural environments with dispersed teams.
• Decisive, able to work under pressure, and provide practical legal advice aligned with business goals.
• Passion for Airbnb’s mission and travel industry knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and in-house legal skills. Bar admission in the US is required.

Location

This role is US-Remote eligible, requiring residence in a state where Airbnb has a registered entity. Occasional office work or offsite attendance may be required.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

We encourage diverse applications and provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay range: $191,000—$225,000 USD, with potential bonuses, equity, and benefits. Exact pay depends on experience and market factors.