Legal Counsel Jobs in San Francisco, CA

Legal Counsel jobs in San Francisco are concentrated in the Financial District, SoMa, and Mission Bay, across technology, financial services, life sciences, and venture capital. Employers hiring right now include Airwallex, Genentech, and Vercel. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles103+
Top employerAirwallex
Work type55% Hybrid
Top credentialOther
Companies hiring17

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Corporate Counsel, AI Legal
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Corporate Counsel, AI Legal
Salesforce
San Francisco, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$173k - $286k/yr
10,000+

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Head of Legal / Deputy General Counsel
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Head of Legal / Deputy General Counsel
OpenClaw Foundation
San Francisco, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$300k - $400k/yr

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Compliance and Legal Counsel
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Compliance and Legal Counsel
KASTLE
San Francisco, California
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel

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Senior Corporate Counsel, Labor and Employment Law
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Senior Corporate Counsel, Labor and Employment Law
Rosendin Electric
San Francisco, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$222k - $292k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Legal Counsel, Therapeutic Area Product Support
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Legal Counsel, Therapeutic Area Product Support
Genentech
San Francisco, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$182k - $338k/yr
On-Site
10,000+

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Legal Counsel Job Market in San Francisco

Who's Hiring

  • Airwallex14
  • Genentech14
  • Vercel9
  • Gong5
  • IREN5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Banking & Financial Services

Legal Counsel Jobs in San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a legal counsel job in San Francisco?

Focus your search on San Francisco's dominant hiring sectors: technology companies in SoMa and the Financial District, life sciences firms in Mission Bay, and financial services institutions concentrated downtown. In-house roles at high-growth startups and established tech companies are especially active. Candidates with transactional, privacy, or regulatory experience stand out most in this market, and prior exposure to California's business and privacy laws is a meaningful differentiator.

Which companies hire legal counsels in San Francisco?

Employers hiring legal counsels in San Francisco right now include Airwallex, Genentech, and Vercel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Francisco's in-house market is particularly active among technology companies, venture-backed startups, financial institutions, and life sciences organizations with Bay Area headquarters or major offices.

Are there remote legal counsel jobs in San Francisco?

Yes, though availability depends on the role type. Legal counsel positions focused on contracts, privacy, and commercial transactions tend to be more remote-compatible than roles requiring on-site presence for regulatory filings or litigation support. About 82% of legal counsel openings tied to San Francisco are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Technology-sector employers in SoMa and the Financial District account for a significant share of those flexible arrangements.

How can I get a legal counsel job in San Francisco with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in San Francisco is a junior or staff attorney role at a high-growth technology startup, where lean legal teams often hire candidates with fewer years of experience than larger corporations require. Law school clinic experience, a clerkship, or a contract role at a Bay Area legal operations team can open the door. Familiarity with California privacy law and SaaS contracting is a practical advantage with San Francisco-based tech employers.

Which industries hire the most legal counsels in San Francisco?

The sectors hiring the most legal counsels in San Francisco are Technology & Software and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Francisco's concentration of technology headquarters, venture-backed companies, and regulated financial and life sciences firms sustains consistent in-house legal demand across those industries.

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