SwiftX · 2 months ago
In-House Legal Counsel
Ontario, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSwiftX is a growing logistics-tech startup seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to manage their legal affairs in the United States. The role focuses on employment classification and compliance, contract review, and general legal support to ensure operational efficiency and risk management.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Advise on worker classification (W2 vs 1099), independent contractor status, and labor compliance strategy
Evaluate external vendors (e.g. staffing agencies, blue-collar labor providers) for legal risks and ensure contract compliance
Design and maintain compliant labor frameworks that support the company’s crowdsourcing and flexible hiring models
Monitor legal developments (e.g. federal and state-level legislation on worker misclassification) and adjust policies accordingly
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including customer agreements, service provider terms, NDAs, and partnership deals
Support business units (ops, HR, sales) with legal advice on day-to-day issues and strategic decisions
Assist in resolving disputes, responding to legal inquiries, and managing risk exposure
Collaborate with outside counsel as needed on specialized matters
Qualification
Required
J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed to practice in at least one U.S. state
3+ years of legal experience, ideally with a mix of in-house and law firm backgrounds
Strong understanding of U.S. labor law, worker classification, and relevant IRS/DOL guidance
Generalist mindset with the ability to quickly get up to speed on commercial, regulatory, or IP matters as they arise
Excellent judgment, communication skills, and ability to operate independently in a fast-paced startup environment
Preferred
Prior experience advising gig-economy or labor-intensive tech platforms
Familiarity with logistics, e-commerce, or cross-border business operations
Comfort working with international teams and time zones
Benefits
7 PTO days
5 Paid Sick Leave Days
6 Paid Holidays
401K 100% Matching up to 2%
50% Medical insurance, 100% Dental and Vision Insurance
Company
SwiftX
Founded in May 2025, SwiftX embarked on a clear mission: to create a next-generation express delivery service for the U.S. e-commerce market.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase