Senior Corporate Counsel, Regulatory, Compliance & Litigation

What you'll do

• Lead commercial, civil, and regulatory disputes from early-stage conflict through resolution, working closely with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.
• Advise on litigation risk and strategy to support informed business decision-making.
• Drive matters efficiently through negotiation, settlement, or litigation when necessary.
• Advises on and monitors adherence to applicable laws and regulations affecting CLEAR’s secure identity business, including its aviation, identity verification, and biometric technology offerings.
• Represent CLEAR in engagements with regulators and government partners as needed in connection with inquiries, disputes, and regulatory matters.
• Lead the company’s response to regulatory developments and help translate legal requirements into practical operational guidance.
• Oversee compliance with the Code of Conduct & Ethics and other internal policies by providing practical guidance and legal counsel.
• Design, implement, and oversee compliance programs, training, and reporting mechanisms.
• Conduct internal investigations and guide appropriate remediation and reporting.

  How you'll measure success

  • Disputes and regulatory matters are managed strategically and efficiently, with strong outcomes, effective oversight of outside counsel, and appropriate control of legal spend.
  • CLEAR maintains strong compliance with applicable laws, regulations, the Code of Conduct & Ethics, and internal policies through practical, well-implemented compliance programs, training, and reporting mechanisms.
  • Regulatory risks are identified early and translated into clear, actionable guidance that enables the business to innovate and grow responsibly.
  • Internal investigations and sensitive matters are handled promptly, thoroughly, and with sound judgment, maintaining trust with leadership, employees, and regulators.
  • Sought after across the company for providing pragmatic and thoughtful approaches to litigation, regulatory, and compliance matters.

    What you're great at

    • 10+ years of legal experience in litigation, regulatory law, and/or compliance at a law firm, in-house legal department, or government agency.
    • Juris Doctor and membership in at least one U.S. state bar in good standing.
    • Providing pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice that enables teams to move quickly while managing legal and regulatory risk.
    • Partnering directly with cross-functional teams to identify, minimize, and resolve issues effectively.
    • Managing complex legal matters with independence and sound judgment.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and drive collaborative solutions.

      How You'll be Rewarded

      • Base salary range for this role is $225,000 - $275,000, depending on levels of skills and experience.
      • Comprehensive healthcare plans, family-building benefits (fertility and adoption/surrogacy support), flexible time off, annual wellness stipend, free OneMedical memberships for you and your dependents, a CLEAR Plus membership, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
      • Reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or protected needs.
      • Transparency and security in the hiring process.
      • Reporting any suspicious activity related to job scams.