Tech Policy Counsel: AI Regulation & Innovation

New York State Department of Financial Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 181,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks a Senior Counsel for Technology Policy in the Executive Division to provide strategic legal counsel on technology regulation and policy, including AI risks and responsible innovation.

Under the Special Advisor to the Superintendent for Technology Policy, the incumbent will draft legislation and regulatory materials, perform legal research, and collaborate with regulators and industry groups; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school and bar admission.
• Strong written and policy research skills.
• Experience with technology and innovation policy in regulatory settings.

Responsibilities

• Advise on technology regulation and policy options.
• Oversee emergent technology regulation, including AI, across regulatory domains.
• Draft legislation, regulations, guidance, and other regulatory materials.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across government, industry, and academia.

Skills

Legal research

Policy analysis

Written communication

Regulatory experience

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Job description

The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks a Senior Counsel for Technology Policy in the Executive Division to provide strategic legal counsel on technology regulation and policy, including AI risks and responsible innovation.

Under the Special Advisor to the Superintendent for Technology Policy, the incumbent will draft legislation and regulatory materials, perform legal research, and collaborate with regulators and industry groups; travel up to 10% may be required.