Senior Counsel

Gulf Copper & Mfg. Corp. and Sabine Surveyors Ltd. • Galveston, TX

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About The Position

Provides expert legal guidance on complex matters, advising leadership, managing high-risk issues, drafting key documents, overseeing compliance, and often mentoring junior staff, acting as a strategic partner to balance legal requirements with business goals, handling everything from contracts and transactions (M&A, licensing) to litigation and regulatory changes

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) (or equivalent) and active bar membership.
• Experience (3-5+ years) in tech law, privacy, data governance, Intellectual Property, or regulatory matters.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to balance innovation with risk and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Advise on global AI laws (EU AI Act, CCPA, GDPR, etc.) and build compliance frameworks.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks in AI development, deployment, and data use.
• Governance: Develop and maintain AI governance programs, policies, and risk assessment tools.
• Product & Engineering Support: Partner with cross-functional teams (Product, Engineering, Marketing, Data Science) to guide AI/ML projects, LLMs, and data handling.
• Contract Negotiation: Draft and negotiate AI-related contractual clauses with vendors and partners.
• Policy & Strategy: Translate complex technical concepts into practical legal advice and contribute to legal strategy.
• Stakeholder Education: Educate internal teams on legal requirements and best practices.

Benefits

• 401 (k)
• Group Health & Dental Plan
• Short-& Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday & Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree