Senior Technology Counsel

Liberty Mutual Insurance; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Senior Counsel to manage legal aspects of enterprise technology transactions, intellectual property, and compliance with emerging regulations related to AI. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of legal experience, particularly in technology and privacy law, and will excel in drafting and negotiation. Commitment to inclusion and growth is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a practicing attorney in the United States.
• Familiarity with corporate operations and strategic business unit objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and advise on legal transactions and corporate policies.
• Draft and negotiate contracts related to technology and AI.
• Counsel on cybersecurity and data privacy requirements.

Skills

Analytic skills

Legal writing

Communication skills

Expert knowledge in specialized law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB

Job description

Description

Under general direction of the Deputy General Counsel/Assistant General Counsels, the role manages a technically specialized unit within the Legal Department. Provides legal advice and performs actions impacting the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of the company while maintaining high standards of legal and business ethics and professional responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Represents and advises the company in substantial legal and business transactions requiring legal expertise, involving original and creative legal work, evaluation of complex or novel issues, or vigorous adverse parties.
• Provide advice and counsel to client department managers and participate in policy formulation for the company. Perform comprehensive research and analysis in assigned areas of specialization; direct, focus, and refine comprehensive research of others.
• Partner closely with Technology, Security, Procurement, Marketing, and Executive leadership to structure strategic enterprise technology deals, protect IP, guide AI adoption and governance, address cybersecurity legal issues, data, and brand risk. The ideal candidate combines exceptional drafting and negotiation skills with deep subject-matter expertise across software, cloud, data, AI/ML, patents, and trademarks.
• Structure enterprise technology agreements including cloud (SaaS/PaaS/IaaS) MSAs, software licensing and ELAs, professional services, SOWs, SLAs, evaluation and beta agreements, OEM/reseller/partner and marketplace agreements, outsourcing and managed services.
• Structure data and AI-related terms (data rights and usage, model training rights and restrictions, output ownership, confidentiality, security, IP indemnities); own data processing and security agreements/addenda and coordinate with Privacy and Company security standards.
• Build and maintain templates, clause libraries, and playbooks; drive negotiation efficiency with clear risk frameworks.

Patents and Innovation

• Manage the patent portfolio including outside counsel oversight and budgets.
• Advise on open source implications, trade secrets protection, technology landscaping, and competitive IP strategy.
• Support IP issues in commercial deals and corporate transactions, including licensing, joint development, and M&A diligence and integration related to Transitional Service Agreements.

AI and Emerging Technologies

• Advise on AI/ML product development and responsible AI governance (training data rights, safety, bias, transparency, output/IP risks, attribution).
• Draft and negotiate AI-specific contractual provisions with vendors and customers; assess and operationalize evolving AI regulations and standards.

Cybersecurity, Data, and Privacy

• Counsel on cybersecurity requirements, incident response readiness, breach notification, and security audits; negotiate security addenda aligned to SOC 2, ISO 27001, and industry frameworks.
• Support information governance, data retention, and vendor risk management.

Trademarks and Brand Protection

• Lead trademark clearance, filing, prosecution, portfolio management, and renewals globally with outside counsel assistance.
• Manage enforcement, oppositions, UDRP/domain name strategy, brand usage guidelines, and social media and marketing reviews.
• Translate complex risk into pragmatic, business-forward solutions as a strategic advisor to senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytic, legal writing and communication skills; familiarity with corporate operations and SBU objectives; ability to interact with Company personnel, outside counsel, and other companies and adversaries.
• Expert knowledge of a specialized area of law.
• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB and admission to the bar in the United States.
• Typically at least 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

About Us

Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range reflects market value and provides opportunity for growth. Some roles may include commission and/or bonus earnings as described in the compensation plan.

Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. We value hard work, integrity and commitment to continuous improvement, and offer benefits to support life and well-being.

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any basis prohibited by law.

Fair Chance Notices: California; Los Angeles Incorporated; Los Angeles Unincorporated; Philadelphia; San Francisco.