Legal & Regulatory Subject Matter Expert (SME) - AI Evaluator

Overview

Freelance, project-based role for experienced Legal & Regulatory Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support an AI content evaluation pilot focused on legal and regulatory environments in Mainland China and Spain.

• Engagement type: Freelance / Independent Contractor
• Work arrangement: Fully Remote
• Estimated workload: Approximately 36 total hours
• Language: English

This role is not a traditional legal advisory or legal representation position. You will apply legal and regulatory knowledge and analytical judgment to improve the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of AI-generated legal and regulatory information.

Responsibilities

As a Legal & Regulatory SME – AI Evaluator, you may be asked to:

• Evaluate Legal & Regulatory Content: Review AI-generated legal explanations, regulatory interpretations, compliance-related information, and legal documentation for factual accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Assess Legal Reasoning: Check legal conclusions and analytical explanations for accuracy and alignment with applicable laws and established legal principles.
• Verify Authoritative Sources: Research and validate legal information using legislation, official regulatory guidance, government resources, and credible legal references.
• Identify Errors & Inconsistencies: Flag inaccurate legal statements, unsupported interpretations, missing regulatory requirements, and potential compliance concerns.
• Apply Jurisdiction-Specific Knowledge: Evaluate content against the legal systems and regulatory frameworks of Mainland China or Spain.
• Review Output Quality: Assess completed work against project-specific instructions, evaluation criteria, and quality standards.
• Provide Structured Feedback: Document findings, explain inaccuracies, and recommend corrections supported by authoritative references.
• Complete Independent Evaluations: Perform assigned reviews through designated online platforms while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and deadlines.

Requirements

• Experience: Approximately 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in legal services, regulatory compliance, legal research, corporate law, commercial law, or a closely related specialization.
• Education: Relevant academic qualifications in Law, Legal Studies, Business Law, Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, or a related discipline.
• Market-specific knowledge: Demonstrated professional experience or relevant education involving either:
  • Mainland China legal/regulatory environment, or
  • Spain legal/regulatory environment.
• Legal/regulatory competence: Strong understanding of applicable laws, regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and/or legal procedures within the relevant market.
• Research and validation: Ability to research and validate legal information using authoritative sources.
• English proficiency: Strong written English communication skills to clearly explain legal and regulatory findings. All project tasks are conducted in English.
• Accuracy and objectivity: Strong attention to detail and the ability to evaluate complex legal information objectively.
• Digital tools: Comfortable using digital documentation, legal research resources, and web-based platforms.
• Independence: Ability to work independently, follow detailed evaluation guidelines, and meet quality standards.
• Geographic eligibility: Must meet the location requirements for the applicable market (details below).

Market-Specific Location Requirements

Mainland China – Legal & Regulatory

Candidates must currently reside outside Mainland China, specifically in one of the following:

• Singapore
• Taiwan
• Hong Kong
• Malaysia
• United Kingdom
• United States

Relevant expertise may include Mainland Chinese laws, regulations, administrative requirements, regulatory compliance, interpretation of Chinese legislation and official legal documentation, and related legal research and analysis.

Spain – Legal & Regulatory

Candidates must currently reside in Europe or the United States.

Relevant expertise may include Spanish corporate/commercial law and business compliance requirements, interpretation of Spanish statutes and regulatory guidance (including applicable EU frameworks), and related legal research and regulatory analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in legal practice, corporate legal departments, regulatory compliance, legal consulting, or regulatory advisory services.
• Experience reviewing legislation, legal opinions, contracts, compliance documentation, or regulatory guidance.
• Familiarity with Mainland Chinese or Spanish regulatory authorities and requirements.
• Experience involving international legal matters or cross-border regulatory activities.
• Experience conducting legal research, document review, compliance assessments, or regulatory analysis.
• Experience identifying legal inconsistencies, evaluating regulatory risks, or reviewing legal documentation for accuracy.
• Previous exposure to AI-assisted legal research, legal technology, quality assurance, or AI content evaluation.
• Retired legal and regulatory professionals with relevant experience are welcome to apply.
• Prior AI evaluation experience is beneficial but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: Proposed $18–$45 USD/hour, based on location, qualifications, and project requirements.
• Schedule: Based on project requirements and candidate availability.
• Project structure: Assignments are offered according to project needs. Workloads may vary, and consistent hours, minimum assignments, or ongoing work are not guaranteed.
• Notes on range: Compensation ranges are preliminary and subject to final client approval.

Location

Fully remote. Geographic eligibility depends on the market track:

• Mainland China track: Must currently reside in Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, United Kingdom, or United States.
• Spain track: Must currently reside in Europe or the United States.