Senior Counsel, Product and Technology
WFA Digital Insight
As demand for tech-savvy lawyers grows, Cohere's Senior Counsel role stands out. With 34% growth in tech law specialist demand in 2025, this role requires expertise in product contracts, IP law, and commercial agreements. Candidates should be aware of the fast-paced tech environment and be comfortable navigating ambiguity. Before applying, consider Cohere's AI-focused mission and how your skills align with their innovative approach.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Counsel role at Cohere is a pivotal position that shapes the legal framework for product development and commercialization. As a key member of the Legal Team, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to provide critical guidance, enabling products to reach the market efficiently while managing legal risks. Cohere is a leading security-first enterprise AI company, and this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology innovation, intellectual property strategy, and business development.The Senior Counsel will be responsible for creating standardized templates, playbooks, and guidelines for product contract terms, improving efficiency and consistency, and ensuring alignment with product capabilities. You will also provide strategic guidance on and manage intellectual property risks across Cohere's product portfolio, including open source software compliance and third-party software integration.
What You Will Do
- Create and maintain standardized templates, playbooks, and guidelines for product contract terms
- Provide strategic guidance on and manage intellectual property risks across Cohere's product portfolio
- Identify and mitigate legal risks throughout the product lifecycle
- Collaborate with internal and external legal counsel to manage regulatory compliance, liability exposure, and contractual obligations
- Partner with product managers, engineers, and business development teams to provide early legal input on product design, feature development, and market strategy
- Stay current on relevant technology regulations and assess their impact on product development and commercialization
- Advise internal teams on key legal considerations for product development and commercialization
- Quarterback Legal input ahead of product launches
- Develop and maintain relationships with external counsel and other stakeholders
What We Are Looking For
- 7+ years of legal experience, with significant in-house or law firm experience in technology transactions and product counseling
- Qualified as a lawyer with admission to practice in the US, Canada, UK, or EU
- Proven expertise in technology contracts, intellectual property law, and commercial agreements
- Experience advising enterprise software companies operating across various deployment models (SaaS, Cloud, and On-prem)
- Deep understanding of software development lifecycles, product roadmaps, and technology integration
- Experience with open source software compliance and third-party technology integration
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and business teams
- Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies and platforms
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a fast-paced technology company
- Familiarity with Excel and other productivity tools
- Certification in technology law or a related field
- Experience with agile development methodologies
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary range
- Opportunity to work with a leading security-first enterprise AI company
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a global team
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with technology contracts and intellectual property law.
- Showcase your ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and business development teams.
- Highlight your understanding of AI/ML technologies and platforms, and how you can apply this knowledge in a legal context.
- Develop a strong portfolio that demonstrates your expertise in technology law, including examples of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents you have worked on.
- Be ready to discuss your experience with open source software compliance and third-party technology integration.
- Research Cohere's AI-focused mission and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with their innovative approach.
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