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Manager, Legislative Counsel

Join Lyft as a Legislative Counsel to shape policy for the ridesharing industry in a collaborative environment.

Location
Washington, DC
Compensation
$118k–$147.5k/yr
Level
senior
Type
full time · Hybrid

Posted by employer 16 hours ago

First seen on Joblaze 4 hours ago

Last verified on the company career page 4 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Provide legal expertise on legislative issues
  • Track and analyze proposed legislation
  • Draft legislative language and recommendations
  • Identify legislative trends and develop strategies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Must have

  • Law degree required
  • 5+ years of experience with legislative drafting
  • Exceptional ability to critically analyze policy
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

  • Experience with insurance, transportation, technology, AI, privacy, or labor and employment law

Practical constraints

  • In-office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Requirements

Experience
5+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Pet Benefits Commuter Benefits Paid Time Off Child Care Benefits Family Building Benefits Lyft Credits Health Insurance Parental Leave Mental Health Benefits

Joblaze summary

The Manager, Legislative Counsel at Lyft plays a crucial role in shaping the policy landscape for the ridesharing industry by providing legal insights and drafting legislative language. This position requires a law degree and over five years of experience in legislative drafting, with a strong emphasis on critical analysis and communication skills. It is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a background in public policy or related fields. The role involves collaboration with various teams to navigate the complexities of new regulations.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze September 29, 2026. Last confirmed on Lyft's careers page September 29, 2026.
  • Salary band is in line with the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$126,550).
  • Starts above 18% of 1200 comparable senior other roles in United States we track (median $144,000 across 189 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Manager, Legislative Counsel role remote?
It's hybrid — Lyft expects some on-site time in Washington, DC.
What's the salary range?
Lyft lists $118,000–$147,500 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Manager, Legislative Counsel role.
Where is the role based?
Lyft is hiring for this position in Washington, DC.
What seniority level is this role?
Lyft targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Manager, Legislative Counsel role at Lyft.

From the original posting

Lyft is looking for a Legislative Counsel to join our fast-growing and fast-paced team. Based in Washington D.C this stellar individual will be directly involved in shaping the policy framework for the evolving ridesharing industry as a pivotal part of our Public Policy team.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal expertise to Lyft’s Public Policy team on legislative issues.
  • Track, analyze, and evaluate proposed legislation across topic areas, identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Draft legislative language, amendments, and recommendations that reflect the interests of Lyft’s users and business.
  • Identify legislative trends and develop responsive strategies across subject matters and jurisdictions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to assess legislative impacts and inform decision-making.
  • Partner with Lyft’s regional Public Policy team members on market-specific legislative efforts.
  • Develop leading expertise on a specific issue area, in coordination with their manager.
  • Coordinate with Lyft’s compliance, legal, and operations teams as new regulatory frameworks are implemented.

Experience:

  • Law degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience with legislative drafting for a local, state and/or federal legislative body, or at a trade association or company.
  • Exceptional ability to critically analyze policy and legal issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding (and sometimes unstructured) environment.
  • Self-starter; intrinsically motivated.
  • Experience with insurance, transportation, technology, AI, privacy, or labor and employment law a plus but not required

Benefits:

  • Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
  • Mental health benefits
  • Family building benefits
  • Child care and pet benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future
  • In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
  • 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
  • Subsidized commuter benefits
  • Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the Washington D.C. area is $118,000 - $147,500, not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

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