Sr. AI Counsel

Overview

A growing AI Legal Team is seeking a Senior AI Counsel with a strong interest and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) to navigate the evolving legal landscape associated with this technology. This role involves addressing complex issues related to intellectual property, confidentiality, privacy, security, and more, while supporting the organization's mission to harness AI responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and security requirements related to AI use.
• Facilitate the adoption of AI tools to enhance productivity and support the launch of AI-powered products and features, while managing legal, compliance, security, and business risks.
• Draft and negotiate AI-related contract terms with vendors and customers.
• Coordinate review processes for generative AI and other advanced AI technologies.
• Educate employees on AI-related legal issues.
• Continuously improve AI review processes to enhance effectiveness, comprehensiveness, and efficiency.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney with a law degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, including in-house experience at a technology company.
• Familiarity with AI models, concepts, and tools such as machine learning, large language models (LLMs), natural language processing (NLP), retrieval augmented generation, AI agents, and agentic AI.
• Knowledge of AI-related regulations and frameworks, including the EU AI Act and NIST AI Risk Management Framework.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Data and privacy regulations
  • Customer contracts and licensing
  • Vendor contracts and procurement
  • Copyright and technology law
  • Product review and counseling
  • Industry compliance standards
• Ability to engage with technical details and quickly learn new technologies.
• Software-related technical expertise, experience, or educational background.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• US (San Francisco Bay Area, DC Metro, New York City, Seattle) salary range: $177,800 to $266,600 USD base salary.
• Other US offices/remote salary range: $160,000 to $240,000 USD base salary.
• Eligible for bonus potential, equity, and benefits.
• Salary offers will be determined based on work location, skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Location

• United States (specific locations include San Francisco Bay Area, DC Metro, New York City, Seattle, and other US offices or remote).

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process and employment.