Assistant General Counsel

Interactive Advertising Bureau, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to lead the future of digital advertising and privacy law. This role is perfect for a seasoned legal expert passionate about privacy and digital media. You'll oversee high-profile initiatives, drive thought leadership through compelling articles, and present at legal events while guiding business units on complex legal matters. Join a collaborative culture that values innovation and engagement, tackling exciting challenges in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to make an impact in the digital advertising landscape, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Collaborative Culture

Growth Mindset

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Diverse Voices Encouraged

Exciting Challenges

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of in-house or law firm experience specializing in privacy law.
• Strong track record in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high-profile industry initiatives and privacy agreements.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, ensuring clear legal terms.

Skills

Privacy Law Expertise

Contract Negotiation

Public Speaking

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

JD from ABA-accredited Law School

Membership in a Qualifying State Bar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video Conferencing Tools

Collaborative Platforms

Job description

Join IAB as Assistant General Counsel: Lead the Future of Digital Advertising and Privacy Law

Are you a seasoned legal expert with a passion for privacy law and the digital media landscape? IAB is looking for an Assistant General Counsel to play a critical role in shaping the future of digital advertising while driving privacy innovation and legal thought leadership. If you're a lawyer with deep privacy law expertise, an ability to speak confidently at public forums, and a drive to solve complex legal challenges, we want you to join our team!

What You’ll Do:

• Lead Legal Projects: Oversee high-profile industry initiatives, including privacy agreements and roundtables through the IAB Legal Affairs Council.

• Drive Thought Leadership: Write compelling articles and blog posts on cutting-edge legal issues impacting the digital ad world.

• Public Speaking: Present at legal events and administer working groups to engage the industry.

• Provide Expert Counsel: Guide business units on contract interpretation, privacy matters, and intellectual property concerns.

• Contract Management: Draft and negotiate high-impact contracts, ensuring clear legal terms for members, customers, and data/IP licenses.

• Corporate Governance: Support corporate governance matters for a dynamic, growing organization.

• Solve Complex Legal Challenges: Handle nuanced legal issues with precision, and work collaboratively across teams to address critical matters.

Who You Are:

• Experienced: You have 5-10 years of in-house law department or law firm experience, specializing in privacy law.

• Passionate: Digital media and privacy law are your areas of expertise, and you're driven to help businesses navigate these evolving fields.

• A Negotiator: You have a strong track record in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts.

• A Public Speaker: Confident and articulate, you thrive in public speaking and enjoy educating others on complex legal topics.

• Tech-Savvy: You stay connected in the digital space and are proficient in Microsoft Office, video conferencing, and collaborative platforms.

Why You’ll Love IAB:

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate and innovative people in an environment where teamwork is at the core of everything we do.

• Purpose-Driven: Our decisions are strategic, mindful, and intentional.

• Growth Mindset: We encourage continuous learning, taking risks, and thinking ahead to lead the future.

• Engagement and Respect: We embrace diverse voices and encourage healthy debates to drive results.

• Exciting Challenges: Tackle complex legal issues and always strive for excellence—because at IAB, "good enough" is never enough!

About IAB:IAB (Interactive Advertising Bureau) empowers the media and marketing industries, leading the digital economy through over 700 member companies. As a global leader in shaping advertising standards, IAB advocates for its members, elevates professional development, and fosters industry-wide innovation. Founded in 1996, IAB is headquartered in New York City and proudly operates with a global network that spans across 45 countries.

Requirements:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school

• Membership in a qualifying state bar

• Experience in privacy law and commercial contract negotiation

• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Ready to Shape the Future of Digital Advertising?Apply now to join the IAB team and make a real impact in an organization that’s setting the standards for the digital advertising industry.