Overview
A legal team is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support international expansion efforts and lead global privacy and compliance programs. This role involves partnering with multiple departments including Finance, Product, Marketing, Sales, and People to build and manage compliance frameworks, particularly around GDPR and other international regulations.
Responsibilities
- Lead legal support for international growth initiatives and compliance programs
- Review new product features for compliance with GDPR and other digital regulations
- Collaborate with Marketing to approve global promotional materials
- Provide legal guidance to account executives managing global client relationships balancing legal, regulatory, and reputational risks
- Maintain and update internal data mappings, risk assessments, and records of processing activities
- Develop and implement risk assessments for AI product features
- Advise on legal considerations for establishing entities in foreign jurisdictions
- Educate teams on privacy compliance best practices and foster a culture of compliance
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar membership in good standing, or eligibility to become barred or registered in-house counsel in the role's state
- Minimum 3 years of experience in privacy and product counseling
- At least 2 years of experience supporting corporate, contracting, or employment matters outside the United States
- Proven ability to manage complex compliance programs
- Strong skills in managing multiple stakeholders and contributing to cross-functional projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the education technology or education sector
- Prior in-house legal experience, including working with sales and product teams
- Deep knowledge of privacy laws, especially GDPR
- General understanding of employment law, international corporate governance, intellectual property, and commercial contracting
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and provide practical, timely legal solutions across departments
- Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of building effective working relationships
- Proactive problem-solver with confidence, maturity, and calmness under pressure
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary range:
- $183,000 to $215,000 for candidates outside NYC and San Francisco
- $201,000 to $236,500 for candidates in NYC and San Francisco
- Flexible paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental coverage for employees and their families
- Access to mental healthcare services supporting emotional wellness
- Generous personal development budget for courses, conferences, trainings, and books
- Learning and development programs to enhance skills and expertise
- Annual company and team events
Location
This role is open to candidates based in the United States, with salary varying by location as noted above.