Product Counsel

About the position

As a member of the Product Counsel function, you will work cross-functionally to support our AI products, navigate regulatory challenges, and help shape responsible AI development. You will be empowered to tackle novel legal questions, collaborate directly with product teams, and help establish the governance frameworks that will shape the future of AI development.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Product, Engineering, Safeguards (Trust & Safety) and other cross-functional teams to provide pragmatic legal guidance throughout the product development lifecycle
• Develop expertise in laws and regulations relevant to AI products, including privacy, data protection, consumer protection, content policies, and emerging AI-specific legislation
• Draft and review consumer-facing terms, policies, disclosures, and marketing materials to ensure legal compliance while maintaining user experience
• Advise on product features, user flows, and risk mitigation strategies to balance innovation with legal compliance
• Support incident response and issue escalation processes related to product use
• Stay current on evolving legal and regulatory developments affecting AI systems and help define principles and policies to ensure compliance while supporting innovation
• Collaborate with external legal counsel, regulators, and industry groups to advance understanding of AI issues and advocate for responsible innovation

Requirements

• Have a JD from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred)
• Have 7-10 years of relevant legal experience, with at least some experience in technology law, either in-house or at a reputable law firm
• Possess working knowledge of key legal frameworks relevant to AI products, such as privacy laws, consumer protection regulations, content moderation requirements, and emerging AI governance frameworks
• Demonstrate strong technical fluency and ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts related to AI and machine learning
• Thrive in fast-paced environments, are comfortable with ambiguity, and can pivot quickly as priorities shift
• Are a proactive 'doer' who can identify problems, propose solutions, and execute with minimal supervision
• Have exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex legal concepts for non-lawyer audiences
• Bring a balanced perspective on both the opportunities and risks of AI technology
• Show empathy and strong service orientation, with the ability to listen actively and help Anthropic achieve its goals

Nice-to-haves

• In-house or similar experience at a global law firm
• Experience in a tech company or other fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Optional equity donation matching
• Generous vacation and parental leave
• Flexible working hours
• Lovely office space in which to collaborate with colleagues