Senior Counsel, Global Regulatory

Etsy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 196,000 - 254,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Annual performance bonus

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Etsy is looking for a Senior Counsel, Global Regulatory, to provide legal guidance on regulatory matters affecting the business in a complex global environment. You will be a key partner across teams, helping navigate legal challenges while focusing on business objectives.

With 7+ years of regulatory experience, your expertise will help shape Etsy's strategies and ensure compliance with laws across multiple jurisdictions. The role involves regular engagement with regulatory bodies and collaboration across various functions within the company.

This position is full-time, requiring attendance at the Brooklyn office once or twice a week and offers a competitive salary alongside an equity package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of regulatory or litigation experience in law firm, government, or in-house.
• Consumer-facing tech experience is required.
• Familiarity with U.S. and global frameworks on content regulation and moderation.

Responsibilities

• Advise business teams and support regulatory engagement globally.
• Lead responses to regulatory inquiries and investigations.
• Collaborate with the Public Policy team on new laws.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Judgment and instincts

Collaborative environment skills

Education

Licensed to practice in at least one U.S. state

Tools

AI tools for research and analysis

Job description

Salary

$196,000.00 - $254,000.00

What’s the role

As a Senior Counsel, Global Regulatory, you’ll advise the business on complex, fast‑evolving regulatory matters across Etsy’s global marketplace. You’ll partner closely with cross‑functional teams to translate legal requirements into practical, business‑ready guidance across content regulation, platform regulation, e‑commerce, digital services, product safety/compliance, minors’ online safety, and consumer protection. You’ll also engage with regulators around the world, helping drive Etsy’s regulatory strategy and craft our responses to regulatory inquiries and investigations.

You will bring excellent judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with business priorities. This role works closely with Trust & Safety, Product, Engineering, and business teams to identify risks early and navigate ambiguity with clarity and pragmatism.

This is a full‑time position. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Etsy.

This role requires your presence in Etsy’s Brooklyn Office once or twice per week depending on your proximity to the office.

Team

Etsy’s Legal team works with every business unit, across offices worldwide, to deliver timely and business‑savvy legal advice. We craft products, draft contracts and policies, advise engineers and leadership, advocate externally, and handle disputes in support of Etsy’s growth and our mission to keep commerce human.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities

• Advise business teams and support regulatory engagement globally; analyze and synthesize laws from U.S. federal and state frameworks to E.U., U.K., and beyond.
• Lead and support responses to regulatory inquiries, investigations, and enforcement matters globally; coordinate cross‑functional teams, work with outside counsel, and engage directly with regulators and government authorities.
• Collaborate with the Public Policy team to analyze new and emerging laws; interpret the evolving regulatory landscape, develop engagement strategies, and build and maintain scalable internal frameworks and cross‑functional processes that keep Etsy ahead of its compliance obligations.
• Give sound, practical legal advice in areas where regulatory frameworks are unsettled, balancing risk and compliance obligations with business opportunity and operational realities.
• Assume additional tasks as needed; duties may change over time.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of regulatory experience (or combined regulatory and litigation experience) from law firm, government, and/or in‑house work. Consumer‑facing tech experience is required. Familiar with U.S. and global frameworks on content regulation and moderation, e‑commerce, product safety, and consumer protection. Licensed to practice in at least one U.S. state (New York or California preferred).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Great instincts and good judgment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a track record of leading complex cross‑functional initiatives.
• Comfortable answering new questions and unpacking laws from unfamiliar jurisdictions; collaborative in a fast‑paced environment.
• Active use of AI tools for research, drafting, analysis, and task management.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Etsy, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. Etsy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know. While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.