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Counsel, Privacy and AI Regulation – EU

Location

Germany

Posted

6 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Postgraduate Degree4 yrs expGermanEnglishGo

Job Description

Counsel, Privacy and AI Regulation – EU

Cohere

• Provide expert legal counsel on EU digital regulatory compliance to cross-functional stakeholders. • Draft and implement internal policies, workflows, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with global AI, privacy, and other digital regulations. • Convert complex legal requirements and industry standards into actionable technical and operational requirements. • Partner with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders including Go-to-market, GRC, Security, and teams to align compliance strategies and Product and Modelling roadmaps. • Serve as a trusted advisor to product counsel, product managers, engineers, and designers, providing real-time legal guidance on AI/ML solutions, including on addressing safety, privacy, and copyright regulatory requirements. • Negotiate and draft data processing agreements, AI regulatory terms in customer and vendor agreements, and other regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with EU requirements. • Liaise with EU digital regulatory authorities and participate in regulatory consultations.

Job Requirements

  • Qualified as a lawyer in at least one EU member state, with admission to practice in Germany preferred.
  • 4+ years of legal experience. A combination of law firm and in-house experience at an enterprise software company is preferred.
  • Expertise in data protection, AI, and digital platform regulation (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR, DSA).
  • Proven track record of managing regulatory risks and implementing compliance programs.
  • Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies and platforms, product development lifecycles, and data governance.
  • Track record of building cross-functional relationships and translating legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-legal stakeholders.
  • Comfort operating in a fast-paced technology company, adapting to new priorities, and navigating ambiguity.

Benefits

  • A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
  • Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
  • RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
  • 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
  • Annual enrichment benefits:
  • Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
  • Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
  • 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
  • Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.

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