Overview
A partner organization is seeking a Product Counsel based in the United States to serve as a key legal advisor for teams developing and scaling advanced AI products. This role involves ensuring responsible innovation and compliance with evolving global regulations throughout the product lifecycle. The position requires collaboration with Product, Engineering, R&D, and Go-To-Market teams on complex legal issues related to AI, privacy, intellectual property, security, and commercialization.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Product, Engineering, and R&D teams to identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to AI, privacy, IP, security, open source, and marketing.
- Advise Go-To-Market and Business Operations teams on product commercialization, licensing models, positioning, and regulatory considerations.
- Monitor and interpret evolving global regulations in AI, privacy, data protection, and competition law to ensure proactive compliance.
- Draft, implement, and maintain scalable legal frameworks, playbooks, and internal guidance to support consistent decision-making.
- Support the development and governance of privacy, security, and AI compliance programs, including audits and risk assessments.
- Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice that enables business teams to move quickly while managing risk appropriately.
Requirements
- Law degree and qualification to practice in-house in a relevant jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 7 years post-qualification legal experience, including significant exposure to SaaS product counseling.
- Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies and associated legal considerations such as IP, privacy, and algorithmic accountability.
- Deep knowledge of GDPR and other major privacy regulations; experience with biometric data or automated decision-making is a plus.
- Experience advising cross-functional product, engineering, and business teams in a technology environment.
- Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable business guidance.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Prior exposure to generative AI technologies is strongly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and market standards.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options.
- Generous paid time off and company holidays.
- Equity opportunities in a high-growth AI company.
- Support for learning and professional development.
Location
This position involves working in a fast-paced, globally oriented environment at the intersection of law, technology, and product strategy, supporting the responsible commercialization of advanced AI systems.