Checkr

Senior Regulatory & Policy Counsel

San Francisco, California, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$229k-$269kDetected 9 days ago

ComplianceCustomer SuccessCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Over 140,000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date.
Partnering closely with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success, you'll help Checkr strategically address regulatory change and deepen the trust that fuels our growth.

Lead proactive engagement with policymakers, regulators, and government officials to advocate for sensible policy and position Checkr as a thought leader on relevant areas, such as AI, background screening, and fair chance hiring.
Partner with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success to develop guidance on regulatory requirements and lead customer-facing conversations on policy and compliance matters.
Own and continuously improve Checkr's policy hub - a central repository for regulatory updates, advocacy positions, and customer communications.
Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders - including trade associations, customer policy teams, and non-profit allies - to drive collaborative advocacy efforts and proactive strategies.
you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes.
We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
At Checkr, we believe an in office work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection.
Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences.

JD required, with 8+ years of experience in regulatory law, policy, or government affairs - ideally working at the intersection of those areas.
Proven experience engaging directly with policymakers, regulators, and government officials at the federal, state, and/or local levels to shape policy outcomes.
Track record of operating in a complex, highly regulated environment (e.g., consumer reporting, financial services, healthcare, employment, or similar).
Demonstrated ability to proactively translate complex legal and regulatory analysis into clear, actionable guidance for business leaders and non-lawyer partners.
Strong cross-functional collaborator with excellent judgment, communication skills, and a bias for action in fast-moving environments.
An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes.

getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date.
Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.
About the team/role

Learning and development allowance
Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
Flexible PTO policy
Monthly wellness stipend
In-office perks are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages.
A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location.

Conduct risk analyses on emerging regulatory developments, filtering for the most material changes that impact Checkr's products, customers, and operations.

This listing is sourced directly from Checkr's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.