In-House Counsel

1 big thing: Axios HQ is an AI-powered software that helps organizations of all sizes plan, write, and send essential comms that boost trust, transparency, and alignment. Learn more about Axios HQ:

• $20M Series A co-led by Glade Brook and Greycroft
• No. 3 on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2024
• Read our reviews on Glassdoor
• Axios HQ 2024 Internal Communications Report

Why it matters: Our In-House Counsel will play an integral role in driving the vision for Axios HQ as an AI-powered essential communications tool.

Go deeper: In this role, you will make an impact to Axios HQ through the following responsibilities:

• Negotiating and redlining contracts such as licensing agreements, partnership, events, advertising, sales, services, consulting, vendor and data processing agreements
• Advising a wide range of legal issues including marketing, privacy, data security, consumer protection, IP, and general corporate matters
• Optimizing processes and reporting within our project management and software and contract lifecycle management platform
• Assisting with other legal tasks as requested

The details: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios HQ’s mission and values — raise the bar, stay curious, be inclusive, always, and champion each other — and have the following skills/experience:

• Licensed attorney with at least two years’ relevant work experience
• Skilled redliner and practical problem solver
• Collaborative spirit and willingness to participate in projects
• Ability to balance and prioritize competing demands
• Ability to weigh legal and business risks
• Clear and succinct communication
• Be a good human, with good judgment and high level of integrity
• In-house company experience a plus

Don’t forget: 

• Axios HQ believes in fair and equitable pay. Annual compensation for this role is in the range of $135,000-$150,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills.
• Health insurance (options include 100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
• Fertility and family planning coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid parental leave
• 401K, plus company match
• Tele-mental health services 
• Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
• Monthly work-from-home stipend
• Company equity
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
• Annual learning and development stipend

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Axios HQ is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Axios HQ makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.