AI Legal Counsel — Global Tech Partnerships & Compliance

DeepMind Technologies Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 217,000 - 314,000; Full time

Job summary

Google DeepMind is seeking a senior legal professional to advise on commercial and research matters across global teams. You will draft and negotiate agreements, manage IP and data/privacy concerns, and support cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced AI research environment.

The role emphasizes translating technical safety and security requirements into robust legal frameworks and collaborating with engineering, product, and research to minimize risk while enabling high-impact innovations.

Qualifications

• JD, LL.B., or equivalent degree.
• 3 years of attorney-level experience in government, in-house, or at a law firm.
• Experience advising on commercial and research matters including IP, data, and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements related to DeepMind's research, product, and operations.
• Provide legal advice to multiple functional areas, including risk assessment and contract structuring.
• Support organizational OKRs and track key legal metrics.
• Bridge engineering and legal teams by translating technical safety and security needs into scalable terms.
• Assist in coordinating legal processes across the organization.

Skills

Legal experience

IP & privacy

Education

JD/LL.B.

Equiv. practical exp.

Job description

Google DeepMind is seeking a senior legal professional to advise on commercial and research matters across global teams. You will draft and negotiate agreements, manage IP and data/privacy concerns, and support cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced AI research environment.

The role emphasizes translating technical safety and security requirements into robust legal frameworks and collaborating with engineering, product, and research to minimize risk while enabling high-impact innovations.