Senior Counsel, Product (AI)

Overview

A technology company is seeking a proactive and entrepreneurial Senior Counsel, Product (AI) to support its global AI products. This role involves enabling growth and mitigating risk for a leading AI technology platform by navigating cutting-edge technology and fast-moving global regulatory obligations. The position reports to the Director of Product, Privacy, and IP and partners closely with product managers, engineers, and security professionals.

Outstanding candidates may be considered for a fully remote role outside of office locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance balancing expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver risk-calibrated advice that advances company goals efficiently.
• Shape AI strategy and compliance by addressing complex issues related to building and selling AI software, including pricing, compliance with evolving global AI safety laws, privacy laws (such as GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA), and customer requirements.
• Support sales and marketing through AI trust and customer enablement initiatives, collaborating with commercial legal teams to leverage compliance as a tool to accelerate customer deals.
• Engage with regulators and industry groups as a key liaison for AI regulatory authorities and help develop regulatory engagement strategies.
• Foster internal innovation by championing AI adoption within the legal department and applying technology to improve legal review processes and risk identification.
• Educate and communicate complex legal requirements related to AI development and internal usage into clear, actionable insights for leadership and stakeholders.
• Mentor and lead junior colleagues to support overall team growth and development.

Requirements

• 7+ years of legal experience, including at least 3 years in-house, preferably at a global technology company.
• Licensed to practice law in your jurisdiction.
• Strong understanding of the global regulatory environment, ideally with experience applying the EU AI Act, GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA.
• Business-minded pragmatism with a track record of building trust with product and engineering teams through legal expertise, data-driven analysis, and practical problem-solving.
• Strategic vision with the ability to prioritize impactful, practical ways to support company goals.
• Decisive and action-oriented with a single-owner mentality, excelling in project execution and moving complex initiatives to completion amid uncertainty.
• Strong prioritization skills to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and adjust strategies in response to shifting priorities and legal developments.
• Adaptability and flexibility to adjust strategies as company goals, legal landscapes, and risk tolerances evolve.
• Technical understanding of AI technology and associated legal risks, including basic product concepts such as cloud infrastructure, APIs, and open source.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with subject-matter experts.
• Growth mindset with an interest in continuous learning and development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising AI and/or software product development teams.
• Experience and interest in using AI technology to optimize processes and solve problems.

Compensation & Benefits

• The US annualized base salary range for this position is $216,000.00 to $324,000.00.
• This position may also be eligible for bonus, benefits, or related incentives.
• Salary offers will be based on job-related capabilities, applicable experience, and other factors such as work location.
• Compensation details listed reflect base salary only and do not include bonus, benefits, or related incentives.

Location

• Candidates may be considered for fully remote roles outside of office locations.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

The employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and selection process upon request.