Global Head of Litigation

TikTok; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 246,240 - 592,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

10 paid holidays

17 days of paid personal time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Los Angeles is seeking a high-level Legal Director to lead global litigation efforts. The role involves managing complex commercial and regulatory litigation while providing strategic counsel to executive leadership. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor, strong litigation experience, and the ability to operate in a global context. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York or California.
• Significant litigation experience in a global tech or media company.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the company’s global litigation portfolio.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership.
• Define and drive a cohesive global litigation strategy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Expertise in commercial litigation

Experience in regulatory environments

Global perspective

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the company’s global litigation portfolio, including complex commercial, regulatory, class action, and other high‑stakes matters across global jurisdictions.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, delivering clear, business‑savvy counsel on litigation exposure, risk, and dispute resolution.
• Define and drive a cohesive global litigation strategy that protects the company’s interests while enabling innovation and growth.
• Lead and mentor a high‑performing team of litigators across multiple geographies.
• Represent the company in key legal proceedings including depositions, mediations, settlement negotiations, and court hearings.
• Collaborate with leaders across Legal, Government Relations, Communications, Compliance, and other business functions to align litigation strategies with broader company objectives and reputational considerations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA‑accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Admitted to practice in New York or California, or eligible for in‑house registration in one of these states.
• Significant litigation experience at a top‑tier law firm and/or in‑house at a global tech or media company.
• Proven track record managing complex, high‑stakes litigation in global, matrixed organizations.
• Expertise across multiple legal domains, including commercial litigation, data privacy, IP, antitrust, platform liability, employment law, and First Amendment issues.
• Global perspective and comfort operating in international legal and regulatory environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strategic thinker with uncompromising integrity and sound judgment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience advising senior leadership and external partners.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range: $246,240 - $592,800 annually (selected city).

Additional compensation may include discretionary bonuses, incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid parental leave; short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; life insurance; wellbeing benefits; 10 paid holidays per year; 10 paid sick days per year; 17 days of paid personal time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short‑form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. The company’s global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Recruitment and Accessibility

TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, religious beliefs, or other protected grounds. If you need assistance, please contact us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.

EEO Statement

Applicants are considered in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Criminal history may affect employment decisions based on the specified job duties.

Seniority Level

Director