General Counsel

Upside; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 285,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1

Equity (ISOs)

401(k) program

Unlimited PTO and paid holidays

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Upside is looking for an experienced attorney to join their legal team as General Counsel. This role will report to the CFO and collaborate with the Deputy General Counsels to ensure compliance and effective policies throughout the company.

The successful candidate will have over 15 years of legal experience, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This hybrid position requires in-office attendance in Washington, DC, a market-driven salary, and a range of competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in-house or at a law firm.
• Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating large commercial contracts.
• Experience in data privacy law is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance across contract law, privacy, and data protection.
• Oversee contract review and execution processes.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with vendors and partners.

Skills

Experience managing client relationships

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle major problems

Sound business judgment

Education

J.D. degree and membership in at least one U.S. state bar

Job description

Meet Upside:

We created Upside to transform brick‑and‑mortar commerce. Our technology uses the sophistication of online retail—profit measurement, attribution, and incrementality—to provide users with more value on their everyday purchases and brick‑and‑mortar businesses with new, profitable customers. We’ve helped millions of users earn 2 to 3 times more cashback than any other product, and hundreds of thousands of brick‑and‑mortar businesses earn measurable profit. Billions of dollars in commerce run through the Upside platform every year, and that value goes directly back to our retailer partners, the consumers they serve, and important sustainability initiatives.

The impact you'll make:

Upside is seeking an experienced executive attorney to serve as General Counsel. The General Counsel will report to the CFO and mentor/coach the Deputy General Counsels to identify, develop, communicate, and monitor policies that will ensure compliance with law by the entire company. This is a great opportunity to join a small yet growing legal team and work on novel issues in an exciting, fast‑paced environment.

What you’ll do:

• Provide legal guidance across many subject areas, including contract law, privacy, data protection, consumer protection laws, employment, and commercial litigation
• Oversee contract review and execution process for the entire company
• As needed, draft and negotiate the largest commercial contracts with merchant partners, data providers, and vendors
• Leverage AI to drive productivity and efficiency on legal matters across the company
• Work with and manage our outside counsel firms

Competencies You'll Need:

• 15+ years of experience as a practicing attorney (including in‑house or at a law firm)
• Extensive experience and expertise with drafting and negotiating large commercial contracts
• Experience with data privacy law is preferable
• Ability to handle major problems in practice areas with little or no supervision
• Sound business judgment and industry knowledge
• Experience managing client relationships with business leaders
• Experience in the technology industry is highly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistently high‑quality work product in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with individuals at all levels
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
• J.D. degree and membership in at least one U.S. state bar

Location:

This hybrid role is based in our DC office. In‑office attendance is required on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and may increase based on project‑based needs and changes to Upside’s in‑office policy over time.

Compensation:

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $285,000 – $310,000 + equity + benefits. The final starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
• Equity (ISOs)
• 401(k) program
• Family planning programs + paid parental leave
• Physical fitness and wellness memberships
• Emotional and mental health support programsUnlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week‑long Winter Break
• Flexible work environment
• Lunch reimbursement for in‑office employees
• Employee Resource Groups
• Learning and Development stipend
• Transparent culture
• Amazing mission!

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity drives innovation, and our differences make us stronger. We’re passionate about building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Everyone is welcome here!

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