Overview
- Role: Senior Legal Research Specialist (Remote)
- Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere)
- Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
This contractual position involves conducting in-depth legal research and analysis to support critical legal and business decisions. The role focuses on the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and legal analysis, requiring precision and technical expertise to deliver accurate insights. The work directly influences the development and deployment of AI systems within legal and compliance frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive legal research using primary and secondary sources, including case law, statutes, regulations, administrative decisions, and legal treatises.
- Analyze complex legal issues and produce written summaries, memos, and recommendations to guide policy, product development, and risk mitigation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineers, product managers, and legal professionals to integrate legal insights into technical and business processes.
- Evaluate the legal implications of emerging technologies, algorithms, and data processing practices to ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
- Stay current on legal developments in areas including AI governance, data privacy, intellectual property, and sector-specific regulations.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in legal research, preferably within technology, AI, or a high-growth commercial sector.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex legal and technical materials.
- Experience researching AI-related legal issues such as algorithmic accountability, bias, transparency, or regulatory compliance in automated decision-making systems.
- Proficiency with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law) and familiarity with AI tools or platforms used in legal analysis.
Additional Information
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the responsible development and deployment of intelligent systems within the technology and AI industries. The position involves shaping legal frameworks for emerging AI applications and influencing best practices in compliance and governance, providing exposure to cutting-edge issues at the intersection of law and technology.