# Product Counsel, Payroll and Fintech at Gusto

- Company: Gusto
- What the company does: Backed by General Catalyst, Kleiner Perkins and Y Combinator.
- Company website: http://www.gusto.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Francisco, CA - Hybrid
- Work setup: Hybrid
- Pay: $199K to $246K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-26
- Apply by: 2026-12-10
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gusto/jobs/8304582?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/gusto-product-counsel-payroll-and-fintech/

## About the role

We’re looking for a Product Counsel to join our growing Product Commercial Legal team and redefine how we advise on payroll, fintech and tax products at scale . This is not a “keep the lights on” product counsel role—it’s a transformational opportunity to build the function of the future , powered by AI and cutting-edge process design while working collaboratively within our consumer fintech and payments products to support the risk-adjusted development of Gusto’s payroll, benefits and HR services. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- JD degree and a member of a State bar/ active license to practice law
- 7+ years of combined legal experience, with experience working in an in-house legal department at a technology company
- Experience supporting the development of payroll, fintech, tax and payment products and the launches and scaling of highly regulated, yet innovative, domestic and global products
- Demonstrated ability to build consensus and build strong relationships
- Demonstrated success in working collaboratively to help business clients understand and own risk-based decisions
- Experience creatively solving problems, balancing legal risk and business needs

Tags: Legal & Compliance

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/gusto-product-counsel-payroll-and-fintech/