Product Counsel Lawyer

Overview

This role involves serving as Product Counsel/Product Innovation Counsel, providing legal guidance to a diverse range of sophisticated clients, including global technology companies. The position supports teams across Research & Development, Marketing, Engineering, Product Management, Advertising Sales, and Communications from product inception through launch.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to business and product teams during all stages of product development and launch.
• Counsel clients on complex legal issues related to product innovation and technology.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build consensus on projects involving new features, products, services, and programs.
• Review global products, features, and platforms to develop practical legal risk mitigation strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Stay current on industry regulations, including data privacy, consumer protection, and advertising laws, to ensure relevant and thoughtful legal advice.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience at a top law firm and/or in-house legal department specializing in product, technology, commercial, privacy, or intellectual property law.
• Experience managing complex legal projects.
• Active bar license in the state of residence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior in-house experience at a technology company.
• Experience working closely with Research & Development teams and engineers.
• Previous role as Product Counsel with direct involvement in launching a product.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 annually.
• For non-attorney roles, compensation ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 annually.
• Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

This position is open to candidates residing in various locations, with an active bar license required in the state of residence.