Senior Litigation Counsel

About the role

The Senior Litigation Counsel will lead litigation and regulatory enforcement strategy for Block's complex and high-profile matters. This role requires a seasoned litigator with a blend of strategic judgment and a pragmatic business orientation, working in a fast-paced but collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for significant litigation and regulatory enforcement matters from pre-litigation through resolution
• Advise senior leadership on legal risk, enforcement trends, and business impact, particularly in areas affecting fintech, payments, and data use
• Manage and partner closely with outside counsel to drive high-quality, efficient outcomes
• Personally engage on critical aspects of matters, including legal strategy, discovery, and key filings
• Handle complex disputes across areas such as class actions, commercial litigation, privacy, and consumer protection
• Work closely with other Counsel teams (Policy, Product, Regulatory, and Corporate) to align on risk and strategy
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Engineering, Compliance, and Risk to proactively identify and mitigate issues, consistent with business priorities

Requirements

• J.D. and active bar membership
• 10+ years of litigation experience at a leading law firm, government agency, or in-house
• Experience leading complex litigation and/or regulatory enforcement matters; bonus for deep securities litigation experience
• Expertise in areas such as class actions, commercial disputes, privacy, and/or financial regulatory enforcement issues
• Experience in litigation for a public company, including financial reporting, audit, and governance obligations
• Strong judgment and the ability to translate legal risk into practical business guidance
• Exceptional collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively across legal disciplines and cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• AI-first perspective, with interest in building and leveraging AI-driven tools for litigation management, discovery, and related workflows.

Qualifications

While not specified, candidates should have a strong background in litigation and regulatory enforcement, with experience in areas relevant to fintech, payments, and data use. Experience in securities litigation is a plus.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to ethical business practices and a proactive approach to risk management.

Benefits

Block offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health and wellness programs, and a range of professional development opportunities. The company also provides generous paid time off, retirement savings plans, and family-friendly benefits.

Pay

Starting pay ranges from $276,800 to $415,200 USD, depending on location and experience. Zone A includes U.S. locations in California, New York, Texas, and Washington.

Schedule

Remote work is available, and the company offers flexible time off. Retirement savings plans and modern family planning benefits are also provided.