Lead Counsel, Product and IP

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In the posting’s own words

Come join our legal team to work on the most exciting legal, policy, and operational issues at the leading edge of AI. We're seeking strong product lawyers with specialized expertise in intellectual property law. As product counsel, you will advise on all legal aspects of product development, launch, and operations - including regulatory compliance, user terms, and risk management - while bringing deep expertise in your specialized legal area.

What it asks for · 6

• Specialized Expertise: Provide counsel on machine learning, robotics, and other technical areas, with ability to engage effectively with technical teams on complex engineering and product issues.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in intellectual property law at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department (ideally product counseling within a high-growth technology company). Experience advising on broader product or regulatory matters is a plus.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically at a high level and from deep in the details to drive complex problem-solving and develop creative, business-forward solutions.
• Risk Calibration: Ability to calibrate risk, distinguish business from legal risk, and communicate it clearly to executive, business, and technical audiences.
• Agility and Organization: Ability to think quickly in a fast-paced environment with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Technical Fluency : Deep interest in artificial intelligence, generative AI, and machine learning technology, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams.

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• product14×
• legal7×
• risk6×
• counsel5×
• technical5×
• deep4×
• expertise4×
• intellectual property4×
• collaboration3×
• complex3×
• compliance3×
• experience3×
• product development3×
• property law3×
• technology3×
• advise2×

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