General Counsel (REMOTE)

Discogs•Beaverton, OR

3d•$165,000 - $185,000•Remote

About The Position

As General Counsel (GC), you are the primary steward of this legacy and the Head of Legal for Zink Media LLC. You serve as the "Shield" for a global community of contributors and the "Architect" of the legal frameworks that keep our data open yet protected. In this role, you provide direct in-house legal representation, serve as the official corporate signatory, and own the global legal strategy across all jurisdictions. As the company’s sole in-house legal authority you will own the legal function, advising leadership, and partnering with a bench of external counsel to extend your impact and expertise. We are looking for a proactive, "front-line" leader who moves beyond passive oversight to take direct accountability for the company’s legal standing, litigation, and regulatory presence. You understand that being on the "right side of music history" means aggressively defending the integrity of our crowdsourced database, ensuring that the work of millions of music fans remains a resource for the community.

Requirements

Direct Representation Track Record: Proven experience acting as a corporate signatory and lead negotiator in a tech or marketplace environment.
Platform Expertise: Deep understanding of Section 230 (or global equivalents), marketplace facilitator laws, and VAT/Sales Tax nexus.
Leadership: Proven experience operating as a contributor and collaborating with departments regarding legal and compliance matters.
Strategic Planning: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful strategic plans.
Technical Skills: Adept at using various applications including databases, spreadsheets, project management software, and word processing.
The Shield: You are comfortable being the first name on a difficult letter or a high-pressure call where needed.
The Enabler: You view legal as a business enablement department, finding creative paths to "Yes" while maintaining a firm "No" on existential risks.
The Crate Digger: You have a genuine appreciation for the music community and understand the cultural nuance of the Discogs mission.
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited US law school.
Active Bar Membership in a major US jurisdiction (e.g., OR, WA, CA, or VA) is required and ability to register as In-House Counsel in your state of residence.
12+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a General Counsel or senior executive legal role within a global e-commerce or marketplace environment.
Proven track record of providing direct representation and acting as a corporate signatory.

Responsibilities

Direct Corporate Representation & Signatory Authority
Global Legal Strategy & Risk Ownership
Leadership & Strategic Advisory
Compliance, Privacy & Governance
Litigation & Outside Counsel Management

Benefits

Competitive compensation: salary, plus performance-related bonus program
401(k) with employer match
100% company-paid medical and dental insurance benefits for you and your dependents
4 weeks paid vacation, increasing based on tenure
18 weeks paid leave for birth moms
8 weeks paid parental leave, including for adoption
Monthly wellness allowance
Annual professional and personal development allowance
Work from home office set-up and expense allowances
Flexible work location opportunities
Employer matching toward charitable contributions