Senior AI Product Legal Advisor

About the Team OpenAI's Legal team plays a vital role in promoting OpenAI's mission by addressing innovative, fundamental legal issues in AI. If you are passionate about carrying out significant and unique work as a technology lawyer, this team is for you. The team consists of professionals from various fields, including technology, AI, privacy, IP, corporate, employment, tax law, regulatory, and litigation. About the Role As a member of our AI Product Counsel team, you will aid in legal initiatives related to our advanced AI products, models, and technologies. You will be responsible for actively collaborating with our research, engineering, and product teams in the development and release of state-of-the-art products and services. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the leading edge of the legal and AI fields. This role reports to our Head of Product Counsel. This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We follow a hybrid work model with three days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees. In this role, you will: - Be the primary counsel and partner for several teams focused on AI research and product development. - Identify and address product, regulatory, privacy, and other legal risks and mitigations. - Develop strategies for tackling legal issues creatively and construct processes for scaling adaptable solutions that address risk. - Collaborate with our commercial legal team to assist in bringing products to market, for consumers and enterprises. - Become an expert in AI legal matters and help propose and advance AI legal policy positions. You’ll enjoy this role if you: - Have over 10 years of experience, combining both in-house and technology-focused law firm roles. - Understand the specifics of the law and can address problems with a practical, principled approach. - Build cross-functional relationships and develop communication styles that resonate with teams, balancing risk-taking with responsible development. - Have a strong sense of ownership, enjoy being constantly challenged, are curious and passionate about technology, and can demonstrate sound judgement in ambiguous situations. - Hold a JD and are licensed or qualified to practice in CA. About the Interview Process We will accept applications and conduct interviews through November with the aim of onboarding by early December. The interview process may include a written assessment and several values, skills, and behavioural interviews with our team, either virtually or in person. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via [email protected]. OpenAI US Applicant Privacy Policy Compensation, Benefits, and Perks Total compensation also includes generous equity and benefits. - Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family - Mental health and wellness support - 401(k) plan with 4% matching - Unlimited time off and more than 18 company holidays per year - Paid parental leave (20 weeks) and family-planning support - Annual learning & development stipend ($1,500 per year)