Senior Legal Counsel
Qloo
Legal
New York, NY, USA
Posted on Wednesday, July 24, 2024
The Company You’ll Join
At Qloo, our cutting-edge Taste AI technology leverages extraordinary amounts of data—over half a billion records of public figures, places, and things, plus a globe-spanning consumer behavior and sentiment database—to unearth deep insights about consumer preferences. From understanding global travel trends to curating the perfect restaurant recommendation based on your unique tastes, our Taste AI engine sifts through the noise to find the signals that matter.
And the best part? Qloo's API suite is powered by cultural entities, not personal identities, ensuring our insights are derived without relying on personally identifiable information.
The Team You’ll Work With
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated In-House Legal Counsel to join our team. This role will primarily focus on commercial contract drafting, data processing agreements, and staying abreast of evolving AI regulations. The successful candidate will report directly to the CEO and play a crucial role in ensuring the legal integrity and compliance of our operations. This role has a heavy commercial component and will work closely with Sales and Engineering leads to structure pricing and commercial incentives with clients.
Hear what our employees have to say – “I saw Qloo’s product and its usage of AI and was fascinated by the applications and size of the addressable market. Most importantly, the team is full of A players - everyone is so brilliant in their own way.” - Justin, VP of Sales.
The Impact You’ll Have
Commercial Contract Drafting and Negotiation:
-- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), service orders, service agreements, vendor agreements, partnership agreements, and licensing agreements.
-- Ensure contracts are compliant with relevant laws and regulations, and aligned with Qloo’s business objectives and risk management policies.
-- Provide strategic advice to internal stakeholders on contractual matters and commercial transactions.
-- Work closely with Sales and Engineering leads to structure pricing and commercial incentives with clients.
Data Processing Agreements (DPAs):
-- Develop and maintain data processing agreements in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant data protection regulations.
-- Collaborate with the data privacy team to ensure that all data processing activities comply with applicable laws and internal policies.
-- Advise on issues related to data privacy, data security, and data governance.
Regulatory Compliance and AI Regulations:
-- Monitor and interpret new and emerging AI regulations and ensure Qloo’s operations comply with these regulations.
-- Provide guidance on the ethical use of AI and machine learning technologies.
-- Develop and implement compliance programs and policies related to AI and data protection.
General Legal Support:
-- Provide legal advice and support on a variety of corporate matters, including intellectual property, employment -law, and dispute resolution.
-- Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
-- Manage external legal counsel as necessary.
A Successful Match Brings:
+ Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
+ Admitted to practice law in the state of New York.
+ Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in a corporate legal environment, preferably within the technology or data analytics industry.
+ Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
+ Strong knowledge of data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
+ Familiarity with AI regulations and ethical considerations.
+ Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
+ High ethical standards and professional integrity.
What We Offer in Addition to a Competitive Salary:
* Holistic perks and benefits, including:
- Potential equity package
- 100% health insurance coverage, with ability to join group dental and vision for a nominal fee
- Team lunches weekly in NYC office
- 4% 401K matching
- 20 paid time off days and 5 paid sick days
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- 10+ annual company holidays
* Opportunities for professional development and growth within a dynamic environment
* A supportive and inclusive company ethos where your ideas are valued, your contributions are recognized, and your impact is tangible
* The chance to be part of a small but mighty team that's making waves in the industry and shaping the future of technology
* Beautiful HQ in Soho, NYC with the opportunity to work in-office, if desired
We are open to different backgrounds and tenure for this hire and compensation will be commensurate with experience. Please note that equity may be included in our total package, depending on role and level.