Associate Counsel, HopSkipDrive
Commercial
$100-125k
Salary is applicable to candidates based in Los Angeles + Equity
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Safe youth transportation solution
Job no longer available
Safe youth transportation solution
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
$100-125k
Salary is applicable to candidates based in Los Angeles + Equity
More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To create opportunity for all through mobility.
Role
Who you are
- You are a driven legal professional with a passion for commercial law and a keen eye for detail
- Your expertise in contract management and negotiation will enable you to make an immediate and significant impact on our team
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Admission to the bar in at least one state
- 3-4 years of combined experience in a law firm and in-house corporate legal department, with a strong contract law and commercial transactions background
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding environment
- Proven track record of learning quickly, taking initiative, working proactively, being resourceful, and taking on additional responsibility
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of U.S. privacy laws, including FERPA, HIPAA, COPPA, CCPA/CPRA, and TCPA
What the job involves
- This new Associate Commercial Counsel will help shape efficient contract practices and support our commercial success by doing the following:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements, including but not limited to sales agreements, service agreements, license agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements
- Responding to and managing RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs, ensuring timely, comprehensive, and competitive submissions
- Providing legal advice and support on privacy, security, intellectual property, and contract compliance matters
- Navigating complex privacy laws, including FERPA, HIPAA, COPPA, and TCPA, and ensuring that all business practices comply with these regulations
- Collaborating with the Revenue, Finance, and Compliance teams to ensure contracts are aligned with corporate goals, financial criteria, and legal requirements
- Developing and implementing standard procedures and tools for contract management and administration to increase efficiency and consistency across the commercial team
- Staying current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry guidelines that affect the company's business
Our take
Across the US, school transportation is under pressure as driver shortages, budget cuts, and rigid bus routes are making it harder for students to get to school safely and on time. This has opened the door for smaller vehicles and ride-hailing services to step in and support those students who don't fit neatly into traditional routes. HopSkipDrive has grown within this space, offering a flexible alternative that helps schools fill these gaps.
HopSkipDrive connects children with carefully vetted caregivers (often grandparents, nurses or childcare processionals) who then provide reliable rides when buses or public transport falls short. Operating in 17 states and supporting over 10,000 schools, the services has certainly eased commutes for many families.
And now the company is focsued on strenghtening its impact with technology and innovation. With its RouteWise AI platform it helps districts cut costs, improve efficiency and manage driver shortages, all while new safety modules and AI-driven planning tools continue to raise industry standards. With these advancements and a growing network of partners, the company is ready to keep shaping a more flexible futur for school transportation.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
23% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
Sep 2022
$37m
SERIES D
Aug 2021
$25m
SERIES C
Total funding: $107m
Company benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Spending Account
- Mental Health Resources
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K Plan
- Company Ownership/Equity
- Medical & Dependent Care FSA
- Travel Insurance
- Supplemental Legal
- Fully Remote Work Option
- Flexible Time Off
- 11 Annual Paid Holidays
- Week Closure at End of Year
- Sick Time Off for You and Family
- Home Internet Reimbursement
- Professional Development & Learning Stipend
- Remote & In-Person Quarterly Team Events
- Internal Rewards & Recognition Program
- Employee Referral Bonuses
Company HQ
Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA
Leadership
Joanna McFarland
(Co-Founder & CEO)Former Board Member at the Marketplace Industry Association and LA Tech.org.
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