Lead Counsel, Media & Technology
Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
We’re looking for a Lead Counsel, Media & Technology to join Snap Inc! Working from our Venice, CA headquarters, you’ll collaborate with super smart colleagues throughout the company to deliver new products to Snap’s users and advertisers through strategic technology partnerships. You’ll lead complex licensing and joint development deals with other world-class technology companies. You’ll be on the cutting edge of every product space that the Snapchat platform touches, including mobile advertising technology and measurement, augmented reality, e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital content delivery. You’ll have a significant role in shaping the future of these products and driving innovation at Snap Inc!
What you’ll do:
- Draft, negotiate, review, and interpret agreements related to Snap’s technology products, especially those for technology powering Snap’s advertising business
- Work closely with the Engineering, Product, Design, Revenue, and Strategy teams to understand new products and technologies and engage strategic partners to assist with their development
- Coordinate with colleagues on the Legal team to develop platform policies and guidelines for Snap’s products
- Develop forms and playbooks to standardize Snap’s engagements with vendors and technology partners to help Snap continue to rapidly scale its products and offer them into new international markets
- Advise business clients on legal issues and risks, company policies, and business strategy
- Assist in creating and improving agreements and templates for Snap Inc. commercial matters, including for new products and international markets
What we’re looking for:
- Juris Doctor degree
- Membership in at least one state bar (CA or NY preferred)
- 8+ years of experience practicing law related to technology transactions, including at least 4 years in house at one or more top technology companies
- Experience drafting, negotiating, and advising clients on complex and game-changing technology transactions with multi-national reach, especially those related to online or mobile advertising delivery and measurement
- Understanding of data privacy and security concepts in the world of mobile apps and advertising
- Outstanding analytical, communication, organizational, negotiation, and drafting skills
- Excellent legal and business judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
- A detail-oriented and business-friendly team player
- Ability to accommodate tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work independently
- Someone who can communicate effectively across all levels of the organization without taking themselves too seriously
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].