General Counsel (GC)

You have a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks (especially in fintech, estate planning, AI, and privacy), and you’re excited about the opportunity to lead a legal function that supports innovation, manages risk, and protects our customers.

15+ years of legal experience, including senior in-house leadership at a growth-stage company.

law school and active bar membership (California or New York preferred).

Expertise in corporate law, product counseling, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.

Strong working knowledge of privacy, AI, and data use frameworks in tech companies.

Able to navigate ambiguity, drive alignment, and lead with a solution-oriented mindset.

Compensation: Salary + Equity

Our salary range for this position is $280,000 - $315,000 in addition to compensation we also include an employee equity package as a component of our offer along with other benefits and perks outlined below.

PTO

Flexible time off that you are encouraged to use

Generous paid company holidays and breaks throughout the year

Monthly friends & family day

Serve as General Counsel and key legal advisor to the CFO, CEO, President, and executive team.

Lead our in-house legal team, including attorneys focused on corporate matters, product estate planning, privacy, and AI.

Oversee all legal matters across the company, including regulatory compliance, employment law, privacy, intellectual property, litigation, and contracts.

Own and optimize relationships with outside counsel, ensuring alignment with company goals and budget.

Provide strategic guidance on consumer protection, fintech regulations, data privacy, and emerging AI legal frameworks.

Drive development of legal process automation and scalable workflows.

We are a remote-first company, giving our employees the flexibility they need to work in an environment that best suits their needs. Our hiring process is also conducted virtually unless otherwise noted. We are a company that was founded in San Diego, CA, and offer a collaborative co-working space that is available for you to use if you'd like but not required. #LI-Remote

We are proud to be a certified B Corporation, using business as a force for good. We are committed to building a healthy, sustainable, and engaging working environment for all employees, their families, and communities. We publish an annual impact report to outline our positive contributions to our world and set an example for all employers.

Trust & Will's mission is to help every family leave their legacy through affordable, accessible estate planning. That starts with the people we hire and the ways in which we support the development of their unique talents and capabilities. We are committed to prioritizing ways to make our company and industry more inclusive. This means we must be revolutionary in the way we value diversity to revolutionize our business sector. At Trust & Will, everyone has a seat at the table and space to be their authentic selves because only in a company that is inclusive and diverse can we truly stand in our members' shoes.

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