Lead Counsel, Community Trust

Responsibilities

• Support the Fraud & Safety Operations team with proactive defenses and reactive interventions to help keep the community safe.
• Support Customer Support escalations, including analysis and advice on matters involving Airbnb policies and policy enforcement.
• Assess, manage, and advise cross-functional stakeholders on global legal risks, life safety, law enforcement operations, and related internal investigations.
• Advise on and drive cross-functional projects with Fraud & Safety, Global Crisis Management, Community Support, Communications, Community Policy, Public Policy, Privacy, and Hosting teams.
• Help manage team resources in alignment with business priorities and objectives.
• Champion Airbnb’s mission, ethics, and integrity.

Requirements

• J.D. with strong academic credentials and a demonstrated record of success as a senior in-house lawyer, law firm partner, or commensurate federal or state government attorney.
• Member of the California Bar or eligible to register as Registered In-House Counsel.
• 12–15 years of significant experience with litigation, risk mitigation, fraud and safety, law enforcement operations, and global policy application.
• Outstanding analytical, oral, and writing skills, including the ability to distill complex legal issues for a business audience.
• Strong judgment and urgency in time-sensitive, high-stakes matters.
• Pragmatic, business-oriented approach to balancing legal risk and business reward.
• Ability to take ownership of projects from inception to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to lead with humility and empathy.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning models.
• Passion for travel, home sharing, and the Airbnb community.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base pay range: $240,000–$300,000 USD.
• May also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.