Zipline · 11 hours ago
Land Use & Real Estate Counsel
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expZipline is a company dedicated to transforming logistics and delivery systems globally. They are seeking a seasoned Land Use & Real Estate Counsel to lead efforts in securing land use and zoning approvals across the U.S., collaborating with various teams to ensure the deployment of their aerial systems is efficient and compliant with legal standards.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Develop and execute Zipline’s strategy for securing operationally critical land use, zoning, and permitting approvals in key U.S. markets—including Texas, Arizona, and other major metropolitan areas
Interpret, draft, and analyze municipal ordinances affecting Zipline’s operations and site development
Build and maintain relationships with municipalities, planning and zoning commissions, city councils, and local staff
Support community engagement efforts and represent Zipline in public hearings and stakeholder meetings regarding land use and zoning matters
Address and resolve complex property law matters, including easements, boundary lines, and access rights
Partner with Operations, Real Estate, and Engineering teams to ensure legal strategies align with technical and operational realities
Serve as a trusted advisor within the Legal Team, stepping in to address novel or urgent state and local legal issues as Zipline’s business evolves
Qualification
Required
A strong command of U.S. land use, zoning, and municipal law, with experience obtaining complex or first-of-their-kind regulatory approvals
At least 5 years of relevant legal practice, ideally including a mix of law firm and in-house experience
Persuasive written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage regulators and community stakeholders with diplomacy and credibility
Pragmatic, business-oriented risk assessment skills, with the ability to make confident, independent judgment calls and escalate when appropriate
A proven track record of delivering high-stakes regulatory approvals under tight timelines, while maintaining composure and focus
A proactive, resourceful mindset with an eagerness to tackle novel challenges and shape scalable regulatory strategies
Unwavering ethics, strong relationship-building instincts, and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams
JD Degree required
Member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Benefits
Equity compensation
Discretionary annual or performance bonuses
Sales incentives
Benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Company
Zipline
Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (54)
2024 (39)
2023 (29)
2022 (20)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.92BKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementU.S. Department of StateScottish Mortgage Investment Trust
2026-01-21Series Unknown· $600M
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2024-06-01Series G· $350M
Leadership Team
Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
Co-founder & CEO
Keenan Wyrobek
Founder, CTO and Product Architect
Recent News
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