Sr. Counsel, Legal, AI, North America

Lenovo; Morrisville; On-site; CAD 262,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Lawyer specializing in AI to interpret global regulations and support compliance efforts. The ideal candidate has over 12 years of experience in legal counsel and negotiation, specifically in advanced technology fields. In this role, you will work closely with global teams to provide legal advice, ensuring compliance with AI regulations, and engage with regulatory agencies. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for bonuses.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in counseling, drafting and negotiation.
• Experience focused on AI, software, SaaS, and related technologies.
• Effective communication with executives in a customer-satisfaction environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret global legal requirements for AI and Lenovo's products.
• Work with government relations and outside counsel.
• Support diverse client groups on AI legal matters.

Skills

Negotiation

Legal interpretation

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Education

JD and admission to practice

Job description

United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via our StoryHub .

Description and Requirements

High-impact technology senior lawyer to work with lead AI counsel and global legal and regulatory team to understand, influence, and interpret global regulations and laws with respect Artificial Intelligence as they apply to Lenovo’s business and products, assist worldwide multifunction team in implementing compliance processes, and provide counsel to diverse client groups regarding legal and regulatory matters relating to artificial intelligence generally.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and interpret global legal and regulatory requirements as they apply to Artificial Intelligence and Lenovo’s operations and products
• Work with internal and external government relations professionals and outside counsel to strategically engage with relevant regulators and agencies
• Assist global legal and compliance team in developing and implementing compliance measures
• Provide advice and support to diverse clients groups regarding AI legal matters
• Work seamlessly with global legal team as a subject matter expert on AI law
• Negotiate agreements with vendors, customers, and technology partners with respect to AI services, products, and technologies

Basic Qualifications:

• JD and admission to practice
• 12+ years of counseling, drafting and negotiation experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably focused on AI, software, SaaS, and related technologies
• Experience with legal and regulatory interpretation with respect to advanced technology
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal interaction, including with executives in a highly customer-satisfaction focused environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Developed critical thinking and proactive problem-solving skills, with a willingness to get into the details of complex problems and drive creative solutions
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, with outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple transactions and projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
• Demonstrated exceptional judgment, integrity and ability to give practical advice appropriately weighing legal and business objectives
• A strong team player who can work well with colleagues in all functional groups
• Committed to his/her personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with constructive action

The base salary budgeted range for this position is $190k - 210K. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission.

In compliance with Colorado's EPEWA, the expected application deadline for this position is November 2, 2025. This applies to both external and internal candidates.

Additional Locations: United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

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