At Evolve we’re a hardworking team serious about hospitality. Our teams work every day to make vacation rental easy for everyone — from our owners who trust Evolve to build their business to our guests who rest easy with every stay to our Evolvers who make this difference a reality. Our values anchor our daily decisions and interactions with our customers, communities, and each other. Join our inclusive culture in one of the most rapidly-growing segments in travel. Find your home at Evolve.
Why this role
At Evolve our mission is to make vacation rental easy for everyone, which includes navigating the legal and regulatory environment impacting the vacation rental business. We’ve taken an innovative approach to vacation rental management and we are looking for an Associate Corporate Counsel who can bring a strong intellect and creative problem-solving skills to a growing legal and compliance team. The successful candidate is a collaborative problem solver with strong in-house generalist skills.
As Associate Corporate Counsel, you will join the Evolve Legal Team and collaborate with other legal professionals and leaders across our organization to address a wide range of legal and business challenges. Evolve’s growth is leading us into an increasingly complex and challenging legal and regulatory environment. If you enjoy navigating uncharted territory and tackling unique challenges, this may be the role for you.
Join a fast-paced growth-stage culture, while having the support of a larger, well-funded company–we recently raised $100M in investment capital from Durable Capital.
What you’ll do
- Collaborate regularly with the General Counsel and executive team to establish legal and compliance priorities.
- Work directly with our business teams to draft and negotiate contracts of all kinds, including technology license agreements, partner and distribution agreements, professional service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and other general commercial agreements.
- Lead the claims and litigation processes related to property owners, customers, and partners. Navigate insurance coverage and insurance regulations. Develop tracking systems, document management, and reporting functions for claims.
- Advise on contract compliance and navigate disputes and disagreements with vendors and partners.
- Work with business teams to execute business initiatives and transactions.
- Advise the company on a wide range of legal and policy matters.
- Liaise with outside law firms across a variety of practice areas, while balancing cost and effectiveness in the delivery of legal services to our stakeholders.
- Support the creation of policies, procedures, and compliance plans in collaboration with leaders from across the company and under the guidance of the Corporate Counsel/General Counsel.
What makes you a great fit
- Juris Doctor (JD), Bar certified, and eligible to qualify for the Colorado Bar.
- 4+ years of experience as a practicing lawyer in a law firm or in-house environment.
- In-house experience preferred with a mix of the following: contract drafting and negotiation, litigation and claims management, hospitality industry experience, or regulatory compliance.
- Strong understanding of growth companies and experience working directly with business teams
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Interest in and comfort with navigating complex and ambiguous legal and business issues.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Experience synthesizing information from numerous sources and communicating concise analyses to senior management.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Compensation
For this role our salary range is $141,000 to $163,000, depending on relevant experience. This role will also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on both company and individual performance.
Location
All Evolve team members must live in one of our approved locations by their first day. We can hire from anywhere in the U.S. except D.C. and Hawaii. Some positions may also have restrictions based on compensation in the following states: California, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington. If you live in Colorado, you can work remotely anywhere in the state, at our downtown Denver office, or a hybrid of both! If you're planning to move soon, please let us know, and we'll be happy to review your application again.
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How we reward Evolvers
Evolvers have access to highly competitive benefits and rewards that support their whole well-being so they can focus on bringing their best selves to work.
Financial
- Industry competitive pay, including equity in the company for all Evolvers
- 401(k) with a 4% match that vests immediately
Family
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave for birth and non-birth parents
- Infertility coverage
- Pet insurance to cover your furry children
Well-being
- Comprehensive health plans that include a 100% employer-paid option for Evolver-only enrollment
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision for Evolver-only enrollment
- 8 free mental health visits
Unplug and Explore
- Take some time away from work with generous PTO, RTO (for full-time, exempt employees) sick, holidays, and a personal holiday to celebrate what’s more important to YOU
- Annual Evolve travel credit after 1 year
- Discounts to stay at Evolve properties
Learn Every Day
- World class onboarding programs
- Learning and development opportunities
How we work together
With our core values as our guide, every Evolver helps shape the company we want to work for and the people we want to be. We’ve cultivated a culture of collaboration, care, and responsibility that we can all be proud of, and we’re excited to see what you’ll bring as your authentic self.
Still curious about who we are and what we do? Read more about our business and our culture at evolve.com.
EEO
At Evolve, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Evolve participates in e-Verify for all positions.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please let your recruiter know.
What We Do
Evolve is reimagining the vacation rental experience with our modern approach to property management and guest experiences. Our passionate team adds next-level care to all that we do — from helping owners reach their financial goals and giving guests stress-free stays, to supporting our fellow Evolver teammates in their careers and beyond.
Why Work With Us
To us, hospitality goes beyond fluffy towels and turn-down service. It means treating every interaction with empathy and inclusion, creating a support system that is ready to help however and whenever we can, and empowering everyone we work with to embody our values.
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